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Colorful bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and melted cheese, arranged on a white plate with fresh cilantro and a side of salsa, vibrant and appetizing, styled casually

Easy Taco Stuffed Peppers for a Quick Weeknight Dinner

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A flavorful and easy-to-make stuffed pepper dish filled with seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and topped with cheese, served hot with fresh toppings.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (assorted colors)
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans, drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sour cream and salsa (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the peppers and remove seeds.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  3. Mix in taco seasoning, cooked rice, black beans, and corn. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stuff the peppers with the beef mixture and place in a baking dish.
  5. Top each pepper with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream and salsa.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken or vegetarian crumbles for beef.
  • Use any color of bell peppers for a vibrant presentation.
  • Serve with lime wedges for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Healthy, Gluten-Free options if using gluten-free ingredients

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg