Kelsey's Favorite Stuffed Green Peppers

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
25%
Kelsey's Favorite Stuffed Green Peppers
90 min.
6
431kcal

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Welcome to Kelsey’s Favorite Stuffed Green Peppers, a delightful dish that is sure to become a staple in your kitchen! This gluten-free recipe is not only popular among family and friends, but it also packs a punch of flavor and nutrition. Perfectly balanced with lean ground beef, aromatic spices, and gooey mozzarella cheese, these stuffed peppers are a satisfying side dish that can easily steal the spotlight at any meal.

Imagine the vibrant colors of fresh green bell peppers, each half generously filled with a savory mixture of seasoned beef, fluffy rice, and rich tomato sauce. The combination of textures and flavors creates a mouthwatering experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Plus, with a preparation time of just 90 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dish without spending all day in the kitchen.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a comforting meal to enjoy with your loved ones, Kelsey’s Favorite Stuffed Green Peppers are the perfect choice. They are not only hearty and filling but also provide a wholesome balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, making them a nutritious option for any occasion. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your guests with this delightful recipe that is sure to become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce tomato sauce canned
  • servings garlic powder to taste
  • large bell peppers green halved seeded
  • servings ground pepper black to taste
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef lean
  •  onion diced
  • servings salt to taste
  • cups mozzarella cheese shredded finely
  • cups water 
  • cup rice white uncooked

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
  2. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  4. Place green bell peppers in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Remove peppers from the water and set aside in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain. Return to heat and mix in onion, cooked rice, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  7. Pour in tomato sauce and mix thoroughly.
  8. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Spoon the meat mixture onto each half of the green peppers.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until mixture begins to turn golden brown.
  12. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top of each stuffed pepper. Return to the oven and bake until cheese is lightly browned, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories431kcal
Protein34.63%
Fat30.76%
Carbs34.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.53
Glycemic Load
17
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.533913301385%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
3.87mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:430.82kcal
21.54%
Fat:14.61g
22.48%
Saturated Fat:7.61g
47.56%
Carbohydrates:37g
12.33%
Net Carbohydrates:33.53g
12.19%
Sugar:5.76g
6.4%
Cholesterol:99.8mg
33.27%
Sodium:849.15mg
36.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.02g
74.04%
Vitamin C:72.28mg
87.61%
Vitamin B12:3.39µg
56.52%
Zinc:7.59mg
50.61%
Selenium:31.97µg
45.68%
Phosphorus:445.58mg
44.56%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.7%
Vitamin B3:7.9mg
39.52%
Manganese:0.6mg
30.01%
Potassium:874.11mg
24.97%
Iron:4.29mg
23.82%
Calcium:235.01mg
23.5%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.45%
Vitamin A:863.57IU
17.27%
Copper:0.33mg
16.61%
Magnesium:64.06mg
16.02%
Vitamin B5:1.44mg
14.4%
Fiber:3.46g
13.86%
Vitamin E:1.77mg
11.81%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.97%
Vitamin K:9.53µg
9.08%
Folate:30.24µg
7.56%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.75%
Source:Allrecipes