Paleo Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey
Ground turkey, spices, and veggies stuffed into vibrant bell peppers for a tasty, Paleo-friendly meal that’s both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers tops cut off and seeds removed
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 onion finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add ground turkey, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and cilantro, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey mixture and place in a baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 35%
- Vitamin C: 90%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 12%
- Magnesium: 8%
💁♀️ Notes & Tips to Elevate the Flavor
- Try adding a sprinkle of nutritional yeast on top for a cheesy flavor.
- For extra spice, add diced jalapeños or chili flakes to the turkey mixture.
- Make a batch of guacamole on the side for a creamy, zesty contrast to the stuffed peppers.