Description
Healthy Turkey Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines tender bell peppers with a savory filling of lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and wholesome grains. Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Each bite is a delicious blend of textures and tastes that will satisfy your cravings while keeping your health goals in check.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray for baking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with olive oil.
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Chop the tops and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions, minced garlic, and reserved pepper tops until fragrant. Add ground turkey and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in cooked quinoa or rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey mixture and place them upright in the baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil during the last 5 minutes to lightly char the peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground turkey with lean beef or use quinoa for a vegetarian option. - Add black beans or corn for extra protein and texture. - Top with cheese before baking if desired.