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Keto stuffed bell peppers ground beef for a healthy dinner!

keto stuffed bell peppers ground beef

A delicious and healthy keto-friendly dinner option featuring bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, cauliflower rice, and cheese.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Keto

Ingredients

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  • 4 bell peppers
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh basil, for garnish
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in the cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  7. Stuff the bell peppers with the beef mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  8. Top the stuffed peppers with the remaining cheese.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables.
  • These stuffed peppers can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the filling.

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