Description
Mediterranean-inspired low carb keto turkey stuffed peppers blend savory spices with lean protein inside colorful bell pepper shells. Lean ground turkey and zesty herbs create a satisfying meal packed with flavor for health-conscious diners you can enjoy without guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs / 680g ground turkey
- 6 medium bell peppers
- ½ large red onion, diced (1 cup)
- 2 cups (200g) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 tbsps taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 410g) diced tomatoes, drained
- 3 tbsps olive oil (divided: 2 tbsps + 1 tbsp)
- ¾ cup (180 ml) water
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Pepper Preparation: Trim bell pepper tops, meticulously removing seeds and inner membranes. Slice a minimal amount from bottoms to ensure stability in baking dish. Brush with olive oil and season with sea salt, positioning upright with open sides facing upward.
- Initial Roasting: Place peppers in preheated oven at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes until slightly tender. Blot interior moisture with paper towels to prevent watery results.
- Flavor Foundation: Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced red onions until soft and golden, creating a rich aromatic base. Create a central clearing and add ground turkey, breaking apart with spatula and cooking thoroughly until no pink remains.
- Seasoning and Simmering: Introduce taco seasoning and water to meat mixture, allowing to simmer until liquid completely evaporates. Fold in well-drained diced tomatoes, creating a robust and flavorful filling.
- Temperature Adjustment: Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (177°C). Carefully blot any remaining moisture inside roasted peppers to maintain structural integrity.
- Layering and Filling: Distribute turkey mixture evenly among pepper vessels, filling halfway. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese between meat layers, creating a delightful cheesy barrier.
- Final Baking: Top peppers with remaining turkey mixture and additional cheese layer. Return to oven and bake for 10 minutes until cheese melts completely, developing a golden, bubbly surface.
Notes
- Pepper Preparation Tip: Remove all seeds and membranes thoroughly to prevent excess moisture and ensure clean, neat presentation.
- Moisture Management: Use paper towels to absorb excess liquid from peppers and meat mixture, keeping the final dish crisp and avoiding sogginess.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Layering cheese between meat helps create a rich, gooey texture and prevents burning while enhancing overall flavor profile.
- Low Carb Pro Hack: Choose bell peppers carefully to maximize nutrition and minimize carbohydrate content, selecting medium-sized peppers for perfect portion control.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg