Low Fat Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers
Packed with delicious, wholesome ingredients, these **Low Fat Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers** are a guilt-free comfort food loaded with flavor! Juicy, tender bell peppers are filled to the brim with a savory mix of lean ground turkey, hearty brown rice, fresh spinach, and zesty diced tomatoes, all seasoned with fragrant Italian herbs. Topped with a sprinkle of reduced-fat mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection, this recipe is a healthier twist on the traditional stuffed pepper. Perfect for weeknight dinners, these stuffed peppers are easy to prepare, family-friendly, and a fantastic way to enjoy a satisfying, low-fat meal. Ready in just an hour, this dish brings balanced nutrition and vibrant flavors to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the bell peppers, slice off the tops to remove the stems, and remove the seeds and membranes. If needed, trim a small piece from the bottom so they stand upright.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and carefully add the bell peppers. Boil for about 5 minutes, then remove and drain them, setting them aside to cool slightly.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until it's browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
Stir in the cooked brown rice, diced tomatoes (including juices), spinach, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the spinach to wilt.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Place the bell peppers upright in a baking dish. Stuff each pepper generously with the turkey and rice mixture.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly on top.
Let the stuffed peppers cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy your low-fat classic stuffed bell peppers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.6 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 2958 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.9 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.4 g | ||
| Protein | 118.6 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 682 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2657 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
