Description
A comforting dish featuring a colorful medley of bell peppers, ground meat, and rice, delivering hearty flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil, then toss in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until they shimmer with translucence, about 2-3 minutes.
- Cook the meat: Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground beef or turkey, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the main ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, cooked rice, and chopped bell peppers. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for perfection: Cover and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are tender.
- Cheesy finish (optional): If desired, sprinkle cheese over the top during the last few minutes of cooking until melted.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs, and relish the delightful dish!
Notes
Make ahead for enhanced flavors; store in the fridge overnight. Customize with different proteins or grains.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: unstuffed peppers, ground beef, comfort food, quick dinner, easy recipe