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Whole30 Stuffed Bell Peppers with Cauliflower Rice

A hearty and flavorful Whole30 dinner featuring bell peppers stuffed with seasoned ground meat and cauliflower rice. This recipe is a great way to get your vegetables in while enjoying a comforting and satisfying meal.

Prep Time
25 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 4 large Bell peppers (various colors)
  • 1 pound Ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 head Cauliflower rice
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 14.5 ounce can Diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • null null Optional: Fresh cilantro, chopped

Prepare the Bell Peppers

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the pepper halves cut-side up in a baking dish.

Cook the Meat Filling

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add the ground beef (or turkey) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.

Make the Cauliflower Rice

If you are using a whole head of cauliflower, pulse it in a food processor until it resembles rice. Alternatively, you can use pre-riced cauliflower.

Combine the Filling

Add the cauliflower rice, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper to the skillet with the ground meat. Stir well to combine.

Stuff the Peppers

Spoon the meat mixture into the bell pepper halves, filling them generously.

Bake

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.

Serve

Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts Estimated per 100g of product

Calories: 110, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 30mg, Sodium: 200mg, Carbohydrates: 7g, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Protein: 8g

Other Important Considerations for Nutrition

This recipe is a good source of protein and fiber. Use lean ground beef or ground turkey to reduce the fat content. You can add other Whole30-compliant vegetables to the filling, such as chopped mushrooms or zucchini.

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FAQ

  • Can I use a different type of ground meat?

    Yes, you can use ground chicken or ground lamb instead of ground beef or turkey.
  • Can I freeze the stuffed bell peppers?

    Yes, you can freeze the stuffed bell peppers after they have been baked. Let them cool completely before wrapping them individually in plastic wrap and freezing.