Stuffed Bell Peppers

Peppers stuffed with a combination of ground beef, brown rice, veggies, and spices create a filling dish. Try using red, green, yellow, and orange bell peppers for a colorful meal. Enjoy with a side of low-fat cottage cheese and canned pineapple.

Prep 15 minCook 45 minTotal 60 minUpdated Jul 3, 202660 minHigh ProteinGluten Free

Peppers stuffed with a combination of ground beef, brown rice, veggies, and spices create a filling dish. Try using red, green, yellow, and orange bell peppers for a colorful meal. Enjoy with a side of low-fat cottage cheese and canned pineapple.

Ingredients

  • 5 tbsp Bell peppers, red, orange, yellow, or green
  • 1 oz Ground beef(90% lean)
  • 1/4 cup Brown rice
  • 7 cup Diced tomatoes, low-sodium
  • 3 cups Lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Allspice
  • 1/4 tsp Ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash hands with soap and watr.
  2. Cut a circular hole in the tops of the bell peppers. Remove seeds and membrane and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients and stir until completely mixed. Fill the bell peppers with meat mixture.
  4. Place the stuffed bell peppers in large stock pot on stove, with the tops facing up. Add 1-inch water to bottom of pot and cover.
  5. Place heat on medium, keeping covered for 30 to 40 minutes until rice is done. Serve.

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