Stuffed Bell Peppers

You’re going to LOVE these protein-packed and nutrient-dense stuffed peppers. They’re flavorful and filling, making the perfect dinner.

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Ingredients:

• 3 large bell peppers (any color), tops cut off and seeds removed
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes (no added sugar)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
3. Stir in pre-cooked quinoa, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Stuff the bell peppers with the turkey mixture and arrange them in a baking dish.
5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrient Breakdown:

Per Serving (1 stuffed pepper):

• Protein: ~30 g
• Fat: ~12 g
  • (Primarily from avocado oil and turkey)
• Carbohydrates: ~30 g
  • (From bell peppers, quinoa, and tomatoes)
• Fiber: ~6 g
  • (From bell peppers and quinoa)
• Key Micronutrients:
  • Vitamin C: ~200% DV
  • Vitamin A: ~40% DV
  • Iron: ~20% DV

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Grocery List:

• 3 large bell peppers
• 1 lb ground turkey
• Avocado oil
• 1 small onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• Quinoa- meal prep this ahead of time
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• Italian seasoning
• Smoked paprika
• Sea salt and black pepper
• Fresh parsley for garnish