Stuffed Bell Peppers
These stuffed bell peppers are proof that you can have a high-protein, low-calorie meal that tastes delicious without a single scoop of protein powder. Packed with real ingredients, big flavors, and loads of protein from the Sturdy Sweet Basil Sauce, this recipe is a keeper.
Try it once, and you’ll be hooked. Oh, wait. Did we mention each pepper packs over 23g of protein? Let’s cook!
Ingredients
- 6 pieces6 pieces6 pieces Bell Pepper, medium-sized, (any color, but uniform in size for even cooking)
- 1.5 cups1.5 cups1.5 cups Long-Grain Rice, cooked
- 1 lb1 lb1 lb Ground Beef, (or substitute ground turkey, lamb, or a vegetarian option like mushrooms)
- 1 pieces1 pieces1 pieces Onion, medium size, finely diced
- 3 cloves3 cloves3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz14.5 oz14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes, Canned
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup0.5 cup0.5 cup Parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Salt, to taste
- 0.5 tsp0.5 tsp0.5 tsp Ground Fresh Black Peppercorns, to taste
- 0.5 tsp0.5 tsp0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes, optional for a little heat
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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut the tops off the peppers and scoop out the seeds and ribs. Save the tops to help balance them in your baking dish.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Toss in your diced onions and sauté until they’re soft and slightly caramelized (about 8 minutes). Add the minced garlic and stir for another 2 minutes—don’t let it burn!
- Add your ground beef (or chosen protein) to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Lower the heat and stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and a generous spoonful of Sturdy Sweet Basil Sauce (roughly 20g per pepper). Let it all simmer for 5 minutes, then fold in the cooked rice, parsley, and a cup of shredded mozzarella.
- Arrange the bell peppers upright in a large casserole dish. Spoon the filling into each pepper until it’s heaping. Sprinkle extra mozzarella over the tops (go wild—no one’s judging).
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden. Sprinkle a few toasted breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan for an irresistible crust.
- Pull the peppers out of the oven, sprinkle with extra parsley, and marvel at your culinary masterpiece. Serve hot with a side of crusty bread to mop up the extra Sturdy Sweet Basil Sauce because no drop should go to waste.
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Appetizers Coconut Free Egg Free Gluten Free Nut Free Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Sugar Free Whole30This is our estimate based on online research. | |
Calories: | 1098 |
Fat: | 54 g |
Carbohydrates: | 48 g |
Protein: | 97 g |
Cholesterol: | 263 g |
Sodium: | 2322 mg |
Fiber: | 5 g |
Sugars: | 5 g |
Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
Calculated for total recipe. |
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