Description
These high-protein stuffed bell peppers are a perfect blend of lean ground turkey, nutrient-dense lentils, and aromatic spices. Designed for active families, this satisfying meal offers a balanced source of protein and complex carbohydrates. By roasting the peppers until tender while maintaining a juicy, savory filling, you get a restaurant-quality meal that is healthy, easy to assemble, and excellent for weekly meal prep.
Ingredients
4 large bell peppers, seeded and cleaned
1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
1 cup cooked lentils
1 cup sugar-free crushed tomatoes
1 medium onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
In a pan, sauté the diced onion and garlic until translucent.
Add the ground turkey to the pan and cook until fully browned.
Stir in the cooked lentils, tomatoes, and dried oregano until well combined.
Stuff each bell pepper generously with the turkey and lentil mixture.
Place the upright peppers into a deep baking dish.
Cover the dish with foil to trap moisture.
Bake for 30 minutes, removing foil in the last 5 minutes to brown the tops.
Notes
You can add extra vegetables like diced mushrooms or spinach to the filling for more fiber. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To make this dish further heart-healthy, you can substitute the feta with a low-sodium goat cheese or omit it entirely.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pepper
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg