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Turkey and Veggie Stuffed Bell Peppers 🌶️ | Healthy & Flavorful!

Cooking Method ,
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Rest Time: 5 mins Total Time: 55 mins
Servings 1
Estimated Cost $  12
Calories 300 calories per serving (1 stuffed pepper)
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

These stuffed bell peppers are filled with a flavorful mixture of ground turkey, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, then baked to perfection. They’re a healthy, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for dinner or meal prep. Plus, they’re easy to customize with your favorite veggies and spices!

Ingredients
    For the Stuffed Peppers:
  • 4 large bell peppers (any color, tops cut off and seeds removed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground turkey (450g)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (150g)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
    • For Garnish (Optional):
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lime wedges
Instructions
    Preheat the Oven:
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    2. Prepare the Filling:
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
  3. Add the onion, garlic, zucchini, and corn. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Stir in the cooked quinoa, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    5. Stuff the Peppers:
  5. Place the bell peppers in a baking dish. Fill each pepper with the turkey and veggie mixture, pressing down gently to pack it in.
    6. Bake the Peppers:
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
    8. Serve:
  8. Let the peppers cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 300kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 70mg24%
Sodium 300mg13%
Potassium 600mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 6g
Protein 25g50%
Vitamin A 3000 IU
Vitamin C 120 mg
Calcium 150 mg
Iron 2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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