Poohrona's Healthy Version of Stuffed Bell Peppers

Name: Poohrona's Healthy Version of Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers, pitted and washed; 1 lb ground turkey, lean; 1 cup brown rice, uncooked; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon basil, dried; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon thyme, dried; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce, no salt added; ¼ cup water

Servings: persons

4 large bell peppers, pitted and washed
1 lb ground turkey, lean
1 cup brown rice, uncooked
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon basil, dried
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon thyme, dried
1 tablespoon cumin
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce, no salt added
¼ cup water

1
Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
2
Brown turkey with onions and garlic.
3
Add to rice.
4
Add seasonings,herbs, tomato sauce and water to rice and meat mixture.
5
Heat on low, covered, until all is hot.
6
In large boiling pot, add salt to water (enough to cover peppers) and add bell peppers.
7
Cook about 10-15 minutes until they are starting to soften.
8
(cook longer for a more tender pepper).
9
Drain peppers.
10
Put hot mixture into hot peppers.
11
Bake at 350 for 10 minutes.
12
(You can top with cheese but it will change nutritional values).

491

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large bell peppers, pitted and washed, 1 lb ground turkey, lean, 1 cup brown rice, uncooked, 1 small onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Poohrona's Healthy Version of 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!