Ingredients
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- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the bell peppers by slicing off the tops and removing seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground turkey; cook until browned.
- Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, and any preferred spices.
- Fill each pepper with the turkey mixture; top with cheese if desired.
- Place filled peppers in the baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for about 30 minutes; uncover for an additional 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg