**A Culinary Journey to South Beach: Delightful Stuffed Pepper Recipes for Every Occasion**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with an extraordinary culinary adventure as we venture into the world of South Beach stuffed peppers. In this article, we present a collection of delectable recipes that capture the vibrant flavors and healthy essence of this iconic South Beach dish. From classic variations to unique twists, each recipe promises a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, these stuffed pepper recipes are designed to inspire and guide you towards creating exceptional meals that will impress family and friends alike. Join us as we embark on this flavorful expedition, discovering the secrets behind these delectable stuffed pepper creations.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Classic South Beach Stuffed Peppers:**
- This recipe stays true to the traditional South Beach style, featuring a savory filling of ground turkey, bell peppers, onion, garlic, and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices.
2. **Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers:**
- Inspired by the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, this recipe incorporates sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and a zesty feta cheese filling.
3. **Mexican Stuffed Peppers:**
- This recipe brings a fiesta of Mexican flavors with its spicy ground beef filling, seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and a touch of jalapeño.
4. **Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers:**
- For those who prefer a meatless option, this recipe showcases a hearty filling of black beans, corn, bell peppers, and flavorful spices.
5. **Quinoa Stuffed Peppers:**
- This recipe offers a healthy twist with a protein-packed quinoa filling, enhanced with fresh herbs and a tangy lemon-tahini sauce.
6. **Mini Stuffed Peppers with Goat Cheese:**
- These bite-sized appetizers feature a creamy goat cheese filling, wrapped in colorful mini bell peppers, perfect for parties and gatherings.
7. **Stuffed Peppers with Sweet Potato and Black Bean:**
- This recipe combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the earthy flavor of black beans, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal.
8. **Stuffed Peppers with Sausage and Apples:**
- This unique recipe brings together the savory flavors of sausage and the sweetness of apples, creating a delightful balance of flavors.
THE BEST STUFFED PEPPERS
We've made this classic easier and faster by using the microwave to par-cook the peppers, saving you about 45 minutes of cook time! This is a great recipe to use up leftover rice. Be sure to really pile in the filling (mounding it is ok) as it will shrink as it cooks.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- If your peppers don't sit upright on your cutting board, trim about 1/8-inch off the bottoms to even them out so they can stand without falling over. Cut the top off each pepper about 1/2-inch down. Remove and discard the stems, then finely chop the remaining flesh from the tops. Scoop out the seeds and as much of the membranes as you can. Place the peppers in a large microwave-safe bowl with 1/2 cup water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high power for 12 minutes. Carefully uncover and let them sit until ready to assemble.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Spread the beef in an even layer and cook undisturbed until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Toss and continue to cook, breaking up any clumps with the back of a spoon and scraping up any browned bits from the pan until the meat is lightly browned all over, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the browned meat to a large bowl with a slotted spoon.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and add the reserved chopped peppers, onions, garlic, thyme, 4 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but not browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until falling apart and much of the liquid has evaporated, about 7 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly until brick red colored, about 1 minute. Stir in the wine and cook until the mixture is reduced, very thick and no smell of alcohol remains, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Transfer to the bowl with the beef. Stir in the rice until completely combined. (The mixture will be wet.) Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
- Place the peppers cut-side up in a 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Spoon the filling into the peppers, gently pressing it in with the back of a spoon. Be careful not to overstuff and split the sides of the peppers. Bake for 15 minutes. Then top with the cheese and continue baking until the filling is heated through and the cheese is browned in spots, 10 to 12 minutes.
"SOUTH BEACH" STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-2295
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1 Wash the peppers, cut the tops off, and place in oiled glass dish. 2 Cover and microwave the peppers for 5 minutes. 3 Saute the veggies and ground turkey with a dollop of olive oil. (I chop up the usable remainders of the pepper tops as well). 4 Add the tomatoes and seasonings. Cook for 3-4 minutes to evaporate some of the liquid. 5 Stuff the peppers and top with cheese. 6 Bake at 350 for 10 minutes or until the peppers are soft and the cheese is toasted. 7 Add Ins: you could add cooked rice or stir in extra cheese to the mixture before baking
SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER STUFFED PEPPERS
Our Test Kitchen staff put a zesty twist on a dinnertime staple with this colorful main course. Garlic, chili powder, cumin and more season the pepper's ground beef so well, you won't even miss the salt.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, red pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in 1/2 cup tomatoes, chili powder, cornstarch, cumin, oregano and cayenne. Gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. , Cut green peppers in half lengthwise; remove seeds. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water. Spoon about 1/3 cup beef mixture into each pepper half. , Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until peppers are crisp-tender and filling is heated through. , Top with the remaining tomatoes. Garnish with sour cream, cheese, green onions and grape tomatoes if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER STUFFED PEPPERS
Here is a super easy recipe with fantastic results. It takes traditional stuffed peppers and gives them a Mexican twist that's flavorful and hearty! Serve with a light, refreshing salad.
Provided by omgheather
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Place the bell and poblano peppers in the prepared baking dish. Cook in preheated oven until poblano pepper's skin becomes wrinkled, about 20 minutes. Remove the poblano pepper from the dish, and peel off the skin. Chop the poblano pepper into 1/4 inch pieces, and set aside.
- Combine the rice and water in a pan over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- Place the onion in a skillet over medium heat; cook until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the ground beef; cook until crumbly and evenly browned. Drain the meat, and stir in the garlic, cumin, and oregano. Cook and stir until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir the rice, enchilada sauce, and poblano pepper into the beef mixture, and mix thoroughly. Adjust the seasoning if desired.
- To make the cheese sauce, place the queso asadero in saucepan over medium heat and stir until melted and smooth.
- Lower oven heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spoon the beef mixture into bell peppers until heaping full. Place any extra beef mixture into the center of the baking dish between the peppers. Drizzle cheese sauce over each pepper. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake peppers in preheated oven until cheese sauce bubbles and filling is heated through, about 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 103.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 478.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
SOUTHWESTERN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS (LOW CARB)
These low-carb stuffed peppers were created following the South Beach Diet® and great for all phases.
Provided by Nicole Sprinkle
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes
Time 54m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; cook peppers until just soft, 6 to 7 minutes. Drain and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; add chicken and 1 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning mix. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes. Chop or shred chicken and transfer to a bowl.
- Cook and stir onion and garlic in the same skillet over medium heat until tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Mix onion mixture, black beans, tomato sauce, and cauliflower rice into the bowl of chicken. Stir in 1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning. Fill the bell pepper halves with the chicken mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, 10 to 15 minutes. Top chicken mixture with Cheddar cheese and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes more.
- Mix Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning together in a bowl; serve over stuffed peppers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 50.8 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1047.7 mg, Sugar 7 g
" SOUTH BEACH" STUFFED BELL PEPPERS
This is a recipe I made up when I was in Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet. My kids have begun to request it for supper!
Provided by LaurietheLibrarian
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Wash the peppers, cut the tops off, and place in oiled glass dish.
- Cover and microwave the peppers for 5 minutes.
- Saute the veggies and ground turkey with a dollop of olive oil. (I chop up the usable remainders of the pepper tops as well).
- Add the tomatoes and seasonings. Cook for 3-4 minutes to evaporate some of the liquid.
- Stuff the peppers and top with cheese.
- Bake at 350 for 10 minutes or until the peppers are soft and the cheese is toasted.
- Add Ins: you could add cooked rice or stir in extra cheese to the mixture before baking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.9, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 87.4, Sodium 266.9, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 9.5, Protein 28.2
SOUTH BEACH SOUTHWESTERN STUFFED PEPPERS
Make and share this South Beach Southwestern Stuffed Peppers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Abiner Smoothie
Categories Poultry
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 peppers, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In large frying pan, brown turkey well and. Push ground beef to the side, add olive oil saute onion 3-4 minutes, until well softened. Add rinsed black beans, tomatoes and juice, green chiles and juice, chile powder, and cumin. Reduce heat to low and simmer 20-30 minutes, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- While mixture simmers, cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. Cut a very thin slice from the bottoms so peppers are flat on the bottom and will stand up.
- When mixture in pan seems dry, turn off heat. Let cool about 5 minutes, then mix in cooked rice and cheese. Stuff each pepper with the meat/rice mixture, pushing it down so peppers are tightly filled.
- Place peppers in a dish small enough to hold them compactly and cover with foil. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes. Uncover, and bake 10-20 minutes more, until tops are slightly browned and pepper skin can be pierced easily with a fork. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.1, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 116.8, Sodium 991.3, Carbohydrate 56, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 10.1, Protein 37.3
Tips:
- Choose the right peppers: Bell peppers of different colors, such as green, red, yellow, or orange, can be used. Look for firm and brightly colored peppers with smooth skin.
- Prepare the peppers properly: Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. Rinse the peppers and pat them dry.
- Use lean ground beef: Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for a healthier option.
- Cook the filling thoroughly: Brown the ground beef and vegetables until there is no pink remaining in the beef.
- Stuff the peppers evenly: Divide the filling evenly among the pepper halves. Do not overfill the peppers, as they may burst during baking.
- Bake the peppers at a high temperature: This will help to seal in the juices and prevent the peppers from becoming mushy.
- Serve the peppers immediately: Stuffed peppers are best served hot. They can be topped with additional cheese, sour cream, or salsa.
Conclusion:
South Beach Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. They are packed with lean protein, vegetables, and healthy fats. This recipe is also customizable, so you can adjust the ingredients to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, South Beach Stuffed Peppers are sure to please everyone at the table.
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