Description
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Beef (No Rice) are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines colorful bell peppers with a savory filling of lean ground beef, aromatic spices, and melted cheddar cheese. This low-carb meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, ensuring deliciousness in every bite. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium tomato sauce
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes). Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato sauce, cumin, and paprika; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Generously fill each bell pepper with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in the baking dish, cover loosely with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg