Low-carb stuffed bell peppers

This Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe is the perfect beginner-friendly, low-carb dinner option.

With a flavorful filling of ground beef or turkey, cauliflower rice, and melted cheese, these stuffed peppers are easy to prepare and delicious to enjoy.

Ready in just 50 minutes, they make for a healthy and satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!

By Viridian Life…..

Recipe Summary

prep:n 15 mins

cook: 35 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4

Ingredient Checklist

• 4 large bell peppers (any color)
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef or turkey
• 1 cup cauliflower rice (cooked)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions Checklist

Step 1

• Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

• Prepare the Bell Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
• If necessary, slice a thin layer off the bottom of each pepper so they stand upright.
• Arrange the peppers in a baking dish.

Step 3

• Cook the Filling: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened (about 2–3 minutes).
• Add the ground beef or turkey, cooking until browned.
• Drain any excess fat. Stir in the cauliflower rice, drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• Cook for another 2–3 minutes until well combined.

Step 4

• Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the meat mixture evenly into each bell pepper. Top each filled pepper with shredded cheese.

Step 5

• Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 6

• Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. If You want more Keto recipes, check out my free Keto CookBook that i have created for you: https://zulumanzwthescientsit.aweb.page/Free-Keto-Book
• Serve hot and enjoy!

Tips:

Make it Ahead: You can prepare the stuffed peppers in advance and store them in the fridge.

Just bake them when you’re ready to serve.

Add More Veggies: Feel free to add chopped zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms to the filling for extra nutrition.

Customize the Protein: You can substitute the ground beef or turkey with ground chicken, pork, or even a vegetarian meat substitute.