Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey

Recipe Ingredients and Preparation Steps

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers (caps cut off, hollowed out)
• 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
• 2 cups riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the hollowed bell peppers upright in a baking dish. Pour 3 tablespoons of water into the bottom of the dish to assist steaming.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until soft and translucent.
3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, for 5 to 6 minutes until cooked through.
4. Stir in the riced cauliflower, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to let the flavors blend.
5. Spoon the turkey and cauliflower rice mixture evenly into the four upright bell peppers.
6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
7. Remove the foil, sprinkle the tops of each pepper with shredded mozzarella (if using), and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.