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Taco Bell Peppers: Quick, Flavorful Dinner You'll Love

Taco Bell Peppers offer a healthy twist on classic tacos with seasoned ground turkey, beans, and cheese for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different flavor.
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Can replace with 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use garlic powder as substitute if needed.
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey (or Beef) Switch to ground chicken or lentils for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Canned Tomato Sauce Ensure it's plain and unsweetened for best flavor.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade is preferred to control sodium levels.
  • 1 cup Black Beans Substitute with pinto beans or omit if desired.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Can be omitted for a lower-carb dish.
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice (White or Brown) Can use quinoa for a gluten-free meal.
For the Peppers
  • 4 large Bell Peppers (Red, Orange, Yellow) Opt for sweet varieties.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional for a lighter version; consider dairy-free cheese if needed.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Sauté Pan
  • 9×13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat, then add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until onion is translucent.
  3. Add ground turkey to the pan and cook for about 10 minutes, breaking it apart until evenly browned.
  4. Wash large bell peppers and slice each in half lengthwise, removing seeds. Arrange in the greased baking dish, cut side up.
  5. Once turkey is browned, reduce heat and stir in canned tomato sauce, taco seasoning, black beans, frozen corn, and cooked rice. Mix well and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Spoon about ¾ cup of the turkey filling into each bell pepper half and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For freezing, freeze unbaked peppers in a single layer before transferring to a freezer-safe bag.

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