Description
This Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers recipe features oven-roasted bell peppers filled with a flavorful mixture of lean ground turkey, cauliflower rice, mushrooms, tomato puree, and cheese. Perfect for a healthy, low-carb, and satisfying dinner ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Protein
- 3 peppers (assorted colours, 330g, seeds and stalks removed)
- 1 small onion (60g, finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 14 oz ground turkey (400g, 7% fat)
- 1 cup cauliflower rice (120g, frozen)
- 1 cup mushrooms (80g, chopped)
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp tomato puree
- 1 tbsp dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 tsp salt (or more to taste)
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 1/4 cup grated cheddar (120g)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed peppers.
- Prepare the peppers: Cut the tops off the peppers and remove seeds and stalks. Set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add vegetables and seasonings: Stir in the cauliflower rice, chopped mushrooms, tomato puree, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender and mixture is heated through.
- Stuff the peppers: Spoon the turkey and vegetable mixture into each pepper, filling them generously but not overstuffed.
- Add cheese and bake: Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese evenly over the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey to keep the dish healthy and low in fat.
- Cauliflower rice is a great low-carb substitute for traditional rice and adds texture.
- You can substitute cheddar with mozzarella or another melting cheese if preferred.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce to the turkey mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Ensure peppers are medium-sized for even cooking and easy serving portions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Sugar: 3.3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 16.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6.2 g
- Fiber: 1.8 g
- Protein: 18.9 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
