**Savor the tantalizing flavors of Turkey Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers, a delectable dish where zesty Mexican spices meet the hearty goodness of ground turkey and the vibrant colors of bell peppers. Embark on a culinary journey with this recipe, featuring a flavorful stuffing made from ground turkey, taco seasoning, and a blend of aromatic spices. Nestled within colorful bell peppers, this savory filling is topped with a layer of melted cheese, creating a delightful combination of textures. Alongside the main recipe, discover variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including a vegetarian option with black beans and a low-carb version with zucchini boats. Get ready to indulge in a satisfying and flavorful meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine to your dinner table.**
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TACO-STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY
If you're craving tacos but not all the carbs, you'll love these lightened-up stuffed peppers. The peppers are hollowed out and roasted in the oven, then stuffed with ground beef, black beans, brown rice, corn, and salsa. It's everything you love about tacos, all in an edible vegetable bowl. You can always swap ground beef for chicken or turkey, or stick to rice and keep this recipe totally vegetarian.
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield 6 peppers
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Cut off the top and remove the seeds from each pepper.
- Place in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes in a preheated oven at 350˚F (175˚C).
- While the Peppers are roasting - heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and season with entire taco seasoning packet. Allow beef to brown on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
- NOTE: If you made your own taco seasoning, you'll want to add 2 tablespoons. The ingredients above will make more than this recipe requires.
- Add diced onion - continuing to cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to Medium. Mix in the black beans, brown rice, corn, and salsa. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add in 1 cup (100g) of cheese and stir until incorporated and the cheese has melted. Remove from heat.
- Remove peppers from oven and fill each with the taco mixture. Top with additional cheese.
- Return to the oven for 15 minutes until the cheese has melted.
- Top each pepper with a generous scoop of guacamole and sour cream. Top with additional cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 13 grams
TURKEY TACO STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE
EASY ground turkey stuffed bell peppers make a simple low carb dinner that everyone loves. Just 7 ingredients needed for the perfect taco stuffed peppers!
Provided by Maya Krampf
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
- To prepare the peppers, chop off the tops and scoop out the seeds and ribs inside. Slice a tiny layer off the bottoms (without making a hole if possible) so that the peppers are stable standing upright.
- Place the peppers into a stoneware baking dish, open side up. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake peppers for about 15 minutes, until they are soft and the edges are slightly puckered. Blot any extra liquid inside the peppers using paper towels.
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a large saute pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onions and saute for 5-10 minutes, until translucent and slightly golden.
- Push the onions to the sides of the pan and add the ground turkey in the center. Cook, breaking apart with a spatula (or for a more effective way, use a tool like this), for 8-10 minutes, until cooked through.
- Add the taco seasoning and water to the pan. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, until the extra liquid evaporates.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes.
- Once the peppers are done baking, remove from the oven and reduce heat to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). If there is any liquid inside the peppers, blot it dry with paper towels. Spoon the meat filling into the pepper cavities, filling them halfway.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese on top, about 2-3 tablespoons (10.4 - 15.6 grams) per pepper. Top with the remaining meat filling and remaining cheese.
- Return to the oven for about 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 kcal, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Protein 32.8 g, Fat 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Cholesterol 123.5 mg, Sodium 417.6 mg, Fiber 5.3 g, Sugar 9.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TURKEY TACO STUFFED BELL PEPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground turkey, onion, garlic, black beans, yellow corn, salsa, ground cumin, dried oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper, guacamole
Provided by Joey Firoben
Categories Dinner
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Using a sharp knife, cut off the tops of each bell pepper. Use the knife to help cut out and remove the seeds and ribs from inside the peppers.
- Place the peppers in a lightly greased roasting pan and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in the onion, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and sauté until the onions have softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Toss in the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Move the onions away from the center of the pan to create an open surface in the skillet. Place the ground turkey in the center of the pan and break up the meat.
- Move the meat and onions to the sides of the pan to create an open surface again. Pour in the black beans, corn, and salsa and stir the mixture until evenly combined.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the hallowed bell peppers and replace the bell pepper tops.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the bell peppers have softened and wilted slightly.
- Remove the tops of the bell peppers, spoon on a large dollop of guacamole, and replace the tops.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 3 grams
TURKEY-STUFFED BELL PEPPERS
These well-seasoned ground-turkey-stuffed peppers are so tasty, you won't even miss having real cheddar cheese. Round out the meal with a salad or a side of rice. -Judy Hand-Truitt, Birmingham, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Cut peppers lengthwise in half; remove seeds. Place in a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook and crumble turkey with onion, garlic and seasonings over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Cool slightly. Stir in tomatoes, cheese and bread crumbs., Fill with turkey mixture. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until filling is heated through and peppers are tender, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 10g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked ground turkey or chicken.
- If you don't have taco seasoning, you can make your own by mixing chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- If you don't have bell peppers, you can use other vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, or squash.
- Be sure to cook the bell peppers until they are soft, but not mushy.
- Top the stuffed bell peppers with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Turkey taco stuffed bell peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover turkey. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy. These stuffed bell peppers are also a great option for meal prepping. Simply cook them ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator or freezer. When you're ready to eat, just reheat them in the oven or microwave.
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