Spooky Bell Peppers
Spooky bell peppers are a festive Halloween delight that combines nutrition and fun. These vibrant, stuffed peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground turkey, rice, and spices, making them not only delicious but visually appealing. Perfect for both kids and adults, these cheerful creations will brighten up your Halloween celebrations and ensure everyone enjoys their veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (orange or green)
- 1 lb ground turkey (or beef)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat, then add rice, tomato sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each pepper with the meat mixture until overflowing.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes; uncover for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (225g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Swap in different proteins or grains based on your pantry preferences. - Add black beans for extra fiber or sprinkle in taco seasoning for a zesty twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.