Ingredients
– 4 large bell peppers (any color)
– 1 pound ground beef or turkey (or a vegetarian alternative)
– 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
– Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating easy stuffed bell peppers is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
3. Cook Meat Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
4. Mix Ingredients: Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
5. Stuff Peppers: Spoon the meat and rice mixture into each bell pepper, packing it in lightly.
6. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
7. Bake: Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Add a splash of water to the base of the dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly.
8. Cool Slightly: Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
9. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley or cilantro on top before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating delicious easy stuffed bell peppers that are both visually appealing and packed with flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g