Turkey stuffed bell peppers

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Course: Supper
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 220kcal

Ingredients

Stuffed Bell Peppers

  • 4 large bell peppers (choose your preferred color)
  • 300 g ground turkey
  • 200 g cooked cauliflower rice
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 200 g diced tomatoes canned (low-sodium)
  • 50 g tomato sauce (low-sugar or sugar-free)
  • 50 g Parmesan cheese grated (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried origanum
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Tomato Sauce

  • 200 g diced tomatoes canned (low-sodium)
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried origanum
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
  • Wash the bell peppers, then cut the tops off and remove the seeds and membranes from the inside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground turkey until it's no longer pink. Break it up into small pieces as it cooks. Remove any excess fat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey. Cook for a few minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  • Stir in the cooked cauliflower rice, canned diced tomatoes, low-sugar tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
  • Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey and cauliflower rice mixture. Press down gently to pack the filling.
  • Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the ingredients for the tomato sauce: canned diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed bell peppers.
  • If desired, sprinkle a small amount of grated Parmesan cheese over the top of each stuffed pepper, or omit it for a lower-fat option.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes.
  • After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the bell peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
  • Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
    This diabetic-friendly version of Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers is lower in carbohydrates and sugar, making it a suitable option for individuals with diabetes. Enjoy your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Turkey stuffed bell peppers
Serving Size
 
1 Serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
220
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
50
mg
17
%
Sodium
 
331
mg
14
%
Potassium
 
1001
mg
29
%
Carbohydrates
 
20
g
7
%
Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Sugar
 
12
g
13
%
Protein
 
26
g
52
%
Vitamin A
 
5434
IU
109
%
Vitamin C
 
246
mg
298
%
Calcium
 
229
mg
23
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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