Description
Stuffed bell peppers filled with ground turkey, quinoa, and fresh vegetables for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 Bell Peppers
- 1 pound Lean Ground Turkey
- 1 cup Cooked Quinoa
- 1 cup Chopped Vegetables (e.g., zucchini, carrots, spinach)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add the ground turkey, and cook until browned.
- Stir in the cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each bell pepper with the turkey and quinoa mixture.
- Place the filled peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. If using cheese, remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Customize the filling as desired with different ingredients for variations. Enjoy warm or store leftovers for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American