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Keto Stuffed Peppers Recipe Easy Homemade Low-Carb Dinner Idea

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A hearty and flavorful low-carb dinner featuring bell peppers stuffed with seasoned ground beef, cauliflower rice, and melted cheese. Perfect for keto diets and quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color: red, yellow, or green)
  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 cup (100g) cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley (optional, chopped for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the bell peppers by slicing off the tops and removing seeds and membranes. Set aside and chop the tops finely for the filling.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped pepper tops. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Stir in cauliflower rice, tomato paste, and chopped tomatoes. Mix well.
  6. Season with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes to meld flavors and reduce moisture.
  7. Stuff each bell pepper with the filling, packing tightly but not overflowing. Place upright in a baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over each stuffed pepper.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Pre-cook the filling to avoid watery peppers. If peppers aren’t softening, cover with foil for the first 15 minutes of baking. Drain excess tomato juice if filling is too wet. Use parchment paper or silicone mat under peppers to avoid soggy bottoms. Choose firm peppers that stand upright or trim bases to stabilize.

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