Low Carb Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Low Carb Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -6 bell peppers (depending on size); 1 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb; 1 small onion, minced; 1 tablespoon macadamia nut oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon saffron; 1 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped; 5 ounces plain nonfat yogurt (I like thick Greek yogurt); 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

4 -6 bell peppers (depending on size)
1 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb
1 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon macadamia nut oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon saffron
1 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
5 ounces plain nonfat yogurt (I like thick Greek yogurt)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

1
Cut tops out of the green peppers and remove any seeds or membranes.
2
Blanch peppers for 5 minutes in salted boiling water, or you may place these in a microwave-safe pan, add 1/4 cup water, cover and cook for 5 minutes on high until softened.
3
Meanwhile, brown ground meat and onion in oil, add spices.
4
When meat is almost cooked through, add chopped tomato.
5
When meat is cooked through, allow to cool slightly then mix in the yogurt and lemon juice.
6
Place peppers in a baking pan and fill peppers with mixture and top peppers with feta and parmesan cheeses.
7
Cover baking pan with lid or foil and bake at 350F for about 15 minutes.
8
Remove lid or foil and cook about 10 minutes more.

388

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -6 bell peppers (depending on size), 1 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb, 1 small onion, minced, 1 tablespoon macadamia nut oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Low Carb Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Low Carb Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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