Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey and Rice
This Healthy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey recipe is a delightful blend of lean protein, wholesome grains, and nutrient-rich vegetables.Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, these colorful peppers are not only visually appealing but also pack a nutritional punch.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers any color
- 1 pound ground turkey 93% lean
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, cooked brown rice, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Place the bell peppers in a baking dish. Fill each pepper with the turkey mixture.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of each pepper, and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.