Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
Take one of the world’s favorite dishes that is also a staple, and turn it into this delicious keto-stuffed bell peppers that will satisfy the heart and soul. Stuffed with a flavourful meat marinara combination of ground beef, ‘riced’ cauliflower, and a cheesy melt, these peppers are satisfying for dinner or meal prepping for the week. It’s an incredibly simple dish to prepare and being low in carbs, it is full of all the nutrition of the classic stuffing, without the bulk. A healthy and tasty dish that will definitely suit everyone at home!
What We Will Need
4 large bell peppers (any color, tops removed and seeds/core removed)
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a leaner option)
1 cup riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen, for a low-carb filler)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella, divided)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup sugar-free marinara sauce (or diced tomatoes)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Optional Garnishes:
Fresh parsley, chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese
Red pepper flakes (for heat)
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How We Are Going To Do It
Step 1: Preheat the Oven For this recipe you start off by heating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Set the bell peppers with the skin facing up in a lightly greased baking dish where they can comfortably fit.
Step 2: Prepare the Bell Peppers Cut off the tips of the bell peppers with the top part and discard the seeds and the hard part in the middle. Set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Filling When ready to cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet set on medium heat. Then put the chopped onion and garlic, stir fry until until it becomes aromatic. Then, stir in the ground beef and cook until it has browned evenly, after which it has to be broken up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
Step 4: Add Seasonings and Sauce Blend the cauliflower rice with marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper. It steamed for 3-5 min – this will allow the cauliflower rice to become a little tender. Take the skillet away from the heat and mix it with half part of the shredded cheese.
Step 5: Stuff the Bell Peppers Arrange the vegetables and then carefully put the prepared bell peppers in the baking dish. Spread the mixture of the ingredients used in the filling into each pepper to an extent of stuffing the pepper to the maximum. Toss the rest of the cheese on the top of the assembled vegetables given above.
Step 6: Bake Place the baking dish with foil and bake it in the preheated oven for 30 min’s at 350 F. Take out the foil and continue to bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the pepper is soft, and the cheese is nice and melted.
Step 7: Serve After that prepare the stuffed peppers to serve but let them to become cool for a little bit. It’s also important to prefix the butter with lovely herbs such as parsley or pepper, or even nutmeg; or even cheese such as Parmesan.
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FAQs
1. Can I make this vegetarian?
• Yes, replace the ground meat with crumbled tofu, tempeh or even additional cauliflower rice with finely chopped mushrooms.
2. Can one freeze the stuffed bell peppers or is it the kind of food, which is best taken fresh?
• Absolutely! Pull them together, then bake after a freeze. For immediate consumption, bake from frozen, approximately an additional 10-15 minutes to the cooking time.
3. Is it possible to use different type of cheese?
• Of course! Mozzarella, Monterey Jack or even a combination of both are ideal, if you want to add variation with your cheese.
4. How do I make this spicier?
• Sprinkle diced jalapenos into the filling or mix in red pepper flake to the mix.
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Tips for Perfect Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
• Choose Large, Sturdy Peppers: Small firm and similarly shaped bell peppers should be chosen to retain the shape necessary to contain the filled mixture.
• Pre-Cook Peppers for Softer Texture: If you want softer peppers for stuffing them, steam or microwave them for several minutes before stuffing.
• Customize the Filling: You can also sauté chopped spinach, zucchini or green olives in the mixture to increase nutrient and flavor appeal.
• Use Fresh Herbs: Such ingredients as fresh basil or parsley or even oregano would go a long way in improving on the taste of the filling.