Description
Indulge in a healthier twist on nachos with these Skinny Bell Pepper Nacho Boats! Bursting with flavor, this guilt-free snack replaces traditional tortilla chips with vibrant bell peppers, making it a low-carb delight perfect for game nights, parties, or quick bites. Stuffed with lean ground turkey and melted cheese, these colorful boats are easily customizable to suit everyone’s taste. Whether you’re serving them at a gathering or enjoying them solo, they promise to satisfy your cravings without the extra calories. Get ready to impress family and friends with a nutritious appetizer that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 bell peppers
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 3/4 cup salsa (no sugar added)
- 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice bell peppers into halves or quarters and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground turkey until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, and salsa.
- Fill each pepper slice with the turkey mixture and top with cheese.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until cheese melts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bell pepper boats (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg