Keto Ground Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
A family-friendly, low-carb dinner ready in under an hour!
KEY INFO
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Servings: 4-6
- Calories: 285 per serving
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 24g
- Net Carbs: 6g
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- Large skillet
- 9×13 baking dish
- Sharp knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- (Alternative: Food processor for cauliflower rice)
INGREDIENTS
- 4-6 large bell peppers (any color), halved lengthwise
- 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (93% lean)
- 2 cups (200g) cauliflower rice [fresh or frozen]
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheese [cheddar or mozzarella]
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
METHOD
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- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Cut peppers lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat
- Brown turkey until no pink remains (7-10 minutes)
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- Add cauliflower rice and all seasonings
- Cook mixture until cauliflower is tender (5-7 minutes)
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- Fill pepper halves with turkey mixture
- Top each pepper with cheese
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is golden
CRUCIAL TIPS
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet when browning turkey
- Turkey must reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
- Drain excess liquid before stuffing peppers
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving
STORAGE & SCALING
- Keeps 3 days refrigerated
- Freezes well for up to 2 months
- Double recipe: Use two baking dishes
- Halve recipe: Use a smaller baking dish
COMMON MISTAKES
- Overcooking peppers (they should be tender-crisp)
- Underseasoning the meat mixture
- Skipping the draining step
VARIATIONS
- Swap ground turkey for beef or chicken
- Use different cheese combinations
- Add diced tomatoes for extra moisture
- Mix in low-carb vegetables like spinach or mushrooms
Quick Tip: Prep ahead by making the filling up to 2 days in advance!
