Description
Stuffed peppers are a colorful and flavorful dish that combines tender bell peppers with savory fillings, perfect for any meal. This easy stuffed peppers recipe offers endless customization options, allowing you to choose from ground meat, rice, and spices or create a delicious vegetarian version filled with beans and vegetables. Baked to perfection, these stuffed peppers present beautifully on the table with their vibrant colors and irresistible aroma. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, they promise to impress everyone while delivering the comforting satisfaction of a home-cooked meal. Get ready to enjoy this nutritious and versatile dish that caters to all tastes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned.
- Mix in the cooked rice and Italian seasoning; stir well.
- Stuff each pepper with the filling until full.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in a greased baking dish; cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes; uncover for an additional 10 minutes for a charred top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (175g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg