Description
Easy Taco Stuffed Peppers offer a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic favorite, making them the perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. These vibrant bell peppers are filled with lean ground turkey, black beans, corn, and spices, then topped with melted cheese for an irresistible finish. Not only are they gluten-free, but they can also be customized to suit any palate, making them a hit with both kids and adults alike. Prepare them ahead of time or freeze them for a convenient meal option that’s full of flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup canned black beans
- 1 cup corn
- 2 cups tomato salsa
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with olive oil. Halve the bell peppers, remove seeds, and place in the dish.
- Bake peppers for 15 minutes until slightly tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown ground turkey, then add onions and garlic. Stir in taco seasoning, corn, black beans, salsa, and rice; simmer briefly.
- Stuff the filling into each pepper half, top with cheese, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like sour cream and avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg