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Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice and Ground Beef

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Savor the vibrant flavors of stuffed bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef and fluffy rice, creating a colorful and nutritious family meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

  • Bell Peppers (red, yellow, or green)
  • Ground Beef (lean)
  • Cooked Rice
  • Onion (yellow)
  • Garlic (fresh)
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Shredded Cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
  • Spices (salt, pepper, cumin, paprika)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Prepare bell peppers by cutting off the tops and removing seeds.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion until translucent; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned. Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, spices, and simmer for five minutes.
  5. Generously fill each bell pepper with the mixture, top with cheese, and place in the baking dish.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg