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Easy Keto Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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This Easy Keto Stuffed Peppers recipe combines colorful bell peppers with a savory filling of ground meat, cauliflower rice, and creamy cheeses. Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder, these stuffed peppers are baked to golden perfection, making a delicious low-carb, keto-friendly meal for any weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Bell Peppers

  • 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)

Filling

  • 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice (100g), finely chopped or store-bought
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 oz cream cheese (115g), softened
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Topping

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella, 100g)

Optional garnish

  • Chopped parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed peppers.
  2. Prepare Peppers: Cut the tops off each bell pepper and carefully remove seeds and membranes. Trim the bottoms slightly if needed to help them stand upright in the baking dish.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onions for about 3 minutes until they become soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Cook Meat: Add ground meat to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring until the meat is fully browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Add Seasonings and Cauliflower Rice: Stir in cauliflower rice, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the cauliflower rice softens.
  6. Mix in Cream Cheese: Remove the skillet from heat, then stir in the softened cream cheese until it’s melted and evenly combined with the filling. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Stuff Peppers: Spoon the meat and cauliflower filling generously into each hollowed bell pepper, making sure not to overfill.
  8. Top and Arrange: Place the stuffed peppers tightly into a baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top of each stuffed pepper.
  9. Bake: Bake the peppers uncovered in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  10. Rest and Serve: Remove the peppers from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • You can use any color bell peppers based on preference or availability.
  • Ground beef, turkey, or chicken are all great protein options; choose your favorite.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and a smooth filling.
  • For extra flavor, feel free to add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro as a garnish.
  • If you prefer a spicier filling, increase the chili powder or add some red pepper flakes.

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