Cozy Stuffed Pepper Soup
Indulge in a warm bowl of stuffed pepper soup, where vibrant flavors and comforting aromas collide. This hearty dish combines ground meat, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic spices, creating a satisfying experience that warms both your belly and your heart. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this one-pot wonder is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on what you have on hand. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 3 medium bell peppers (any color), diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked rice (brown or white)
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Increase the heat slightly and add the ground meat; cook until browned, breaking it up as you go. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for about five minutes until softened.
- Add the rinsed rice, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in freshly chopped herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg