Description
Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers are a colorful and flavorful dish that combines savory ground turkey, rice, and spices, all nestled in vibrant bell peppers. This easy-to-make recipe not only impresses with its restaurant-quality taste but also adapts to various dietary preferences. Whether for a family dinner or meal prep, these stuffed peppers are sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds. Rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic until translucent. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Mix in cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey filling until overflowing and place upright in the baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until tops are golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg