Easy Taco Stuffed Peppers
Easy Taco Stuffed Peppers are a delightful and wholesome meal perfect for busy weeknights. These vibrant bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and zesty spices, offering a nutritious twist on traditional tacos. Each pepper provides a satisfying balance of flavors and textures, making them an instant hit with both kids and adults. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, these easy-to-make stuffed peppers are customizable to suit your family’s tastes. Whether topped with creamy avocado or zesty salsa, they create a colorful and delicious dinner that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup canned black beans
- 2 cups tomato salsa
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend or sharp cheddar)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a baking dish with olive oil.
- Halve the bell peppers lengthwise, remove seeds, and place in the baking dish. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 15 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook ground turkey until browned (about 5 minutes). Stir in onions, garlic, taco seasoning, corn, and black beans; cook for another minute.
- Add salsa and brown rice; simmer for 2 minutes before removing from heat.
- Stuff the baked peppers with the mixture, top with cheese, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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