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Healthy Turkey Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe Easy Low-Carb Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy low-carb dinner featuring lean ground turkey, cauliflower rice, and colorful bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful taco-spiced filling.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey (93% or higher recommended)
  • 2 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce (plain or mildly seasoned)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice tops off bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Set aside tops if desired.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  4. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.
  5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cook 1-2 minutes to bloom spices.
  6. Add tomato sauce and cauliflower rice. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until cauliflower softens but remains firm. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Remove skillet from heat and stir in chopped cilantro if using.
  8. Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey and cauliflower mixture and place upright in a baking dish.
  9. Sprinkle cheese on top if desired.
  10. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted and golden.
  11. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

If peppers don’t stand upright, slice a small bit off the bottoms to flatten. Avoid overstuffing to ensure even cooking. Drain excess moisture from cauliflower rice to prevent sogginess. Optionally microwave peppers for 3-4 minutes before baking to soften. Let stuffed peppers rest 5 minutes after baking for better flavor and easier handling.

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