South Beach Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

A delicious and healthy South Beach Diet Phase 1-friendly recipe! These vibrant stuffed bell peppers are packed with flavor and are surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner the whole family will love, even the picky eaters! This recipe is kid-approved and ready in under an hour.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 287.9 kcal
Protein 56g
Rating 4.2 (36 Reviews)
South Beach Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for South Beach Stuffed Bell Peppers

  • Bell Peppers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • Celery
  • Garlic Clove
  • Onion
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Spike Seasoning
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained (already included above)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt And Pepper

How to Make South Beach Stuffed Bell Peppers

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wash bell peppers, cut them in half lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes, and place them cut-side up in a lightly oiled baking dish.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and green bell pepper; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Add ground turkey and mushrooms to the skillet; cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  5. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (undrained), oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until some of the liquid has evaporated.
  7. Optional: Stir in cooked brown rice.
  8. Fill each bell pepper half with the turkey mixture.
  9. Top each pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  10. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

23g

Carbs

5g

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