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Low-carb stuffed peppers, an orange and red stuffed bell pepper served on a dinner plate ready to eat.

Low-carb stuffed peppers

Tami DeGeeter, CPT, CNC
Experience the savory satisfaction of our low-carb stuffed peppers recipe. Bursting with flavor and healthy ingredients, these bell peppers are generously filled with ground beef, cauliflower rice, and a savory blend of spices. Topped with gooey Monterey Jack cheese, each bite is a delicious blend of textures and tastes. Perfectly baked to perfection, this dish offers a twist on a classic favorite while keeping your carb count in check. Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle or simply seeking a healthy meal, these stuffed peppers are sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the goodness guilt-free and savor every bite!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Lunch and Dinner
Makes 6 servings
Serving Size 1 pepper
Net Carbs 11 g
*Net carbs are per serving

Ingredients
 

  • 6 large bell peppers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ cups cauliflower rice
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • Garnish: chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400F/205C
    Close-up view of temperature knob on an oven, preheat oven to cook a meal.
  • Cut the tops of the bell peppers off, de-seed, and remove excess membranes. Place the peppers in a baking dish.
    Close-up view of de-seeing bell peppers to make low-carb stuffed bell peppers.
  • In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking the meat up with a wooden spatula.
    Close-up view of cooking ground beef in a skillet to make low-carb stuffed peppers.
  • Add the salt, black pepper, paprika, dried oregano, chopped onion, and garlic. Cook until onions have softened, about 4-5 minutes.
    Top-view of a skillet cooking ground beef, onions, garlic, and seasoning to make filling for low-carb stuffed peppers.
  • Add the cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    Top-view of skillet cooking the filling for low-carb stuffed peppers - ground beef, tomatoes, spices, cauliflower rice.
  • Divide the mixture between the peppers. Top with the cheese. Bake for 20-30 minutes until the peppers are tender and cheese has melted. (Bake time will depend on the size of your peppers).
    Top-view of low-carb stuffed peppers topped with shredded cheese ready to be baked in the oven.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!
    Low-carb stuffed bell peppers on a dark grey plate garnished with fresh parsley.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Low-carb stuffed peppers
Serving Size
 
1 pepper
Amount per Serving
Calories
350
% Daily Value*
Net Carbohydrates
 
11
g
Carbohydrates
 
17
g
Fiber
 
6
g
Sugar
 
11
g
Protein
 
28
g
Fat
 
19
g
Saturated Fat
 
8
g
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Cholesterol
 
83
mg
Sodium
 
580
mg
Potassium
 
839
mg
24
%
Vitamin C
 
233
mg
282
%
Vitamin A
 
396
µg
57
%
Calcium
 
192
mg
19
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are provided as a courtesy. Nutrition facts are sourced from the USDA Food Database. Values may vary depending on brand of ingredients used.

Equipment

12 inch cast iron skillet
Large Skillet
Set of 3 rectangle baking dishes
Rectangle Baking Dishes
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