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Easy Ground Turkey Taco Stuffed Peppers Recipe Without Rice Perfect for Dinner

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A quick and flavorful recipe featuring bell peppers stuffed with taco-seasoned ground turkey, without the heaviness of rice. Perfect for a light, protein-packed dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup tomato sauce (120 ml)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper)
  • ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
  • ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend, optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes, and set them upright in a baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess moisture if needed.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce, mixing well to coat the turkey evenly. Fold in black beans if using. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove skillet from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
  6. Spoon the turkey mixture into each bell pepper cavity, pressing gently to fill. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top if desired.
  7. Cover the baking dish loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5-7 minutes to brown cheese and soften peppers.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook peppers to avoid mushiness; check at 25 minutes. If filling seems dry, add a splash of chicken broth before baking. For dairy-free, substitute cheese with avocado or dairy-free sour cream. Can be made vegetarian by swapping turkey with lentils or tofu.

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Keywords: ground turkey, stuffed peppers, taco seasoning, low carb, easy dinner, healthy, gluten-free, weeknight meal

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