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Healthy Stuffed Bell Peppers Ground Beef

Healthy Stuffed Bell Peppers Ground Beef

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  • Author: Maya Ellison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 halves (4 servings)
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A nutritious and flavorful recipe for stuffed bell peppers filled with lean ground beef, rice, corn, tomatoes, and spices, topped with melted cheese for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers (any color), halved lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 2 tbsp freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack, cheddar, or Colby Jack)
  • Optional: Sour cream for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the halved bell peppers, cut side down, in a baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes to soften slightly.
  3. While the peppers are baking, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and season with ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and chili powder. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the cooked rice, frozen corn, diced tomato, and 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro. Mix well to combine the filling.
  7. Take the peppers out of the oven and flip them over so they are cut side up.
  8. Evenly fill each bell pepper half with the prepared ground beef and rice mixture.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the top of each stuffed pepper.
  10. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with extra fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream, if desired, before serving hot.

Notes

  • Use brown rice for added nutrition and fiber.
  • This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
  • For a spicier version, add more chili powder or fresh jalapeños.

Find it online: https://www.cookeryjoy.com/healthy-stuffed-bell-peppers-ground-beef/