Description
Spooky bell peppers are a fun and delicious way to celebrate Halloween with flair! These vibrant, carved vegetables are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and spices, creating a dish that’s not only eye-catching but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for parties or family dinners, these whimsical peppers will delight guests of all ages. Get ready to carve out some good times in the kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers (mixed colors: red, orange, yellow)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off each bell pepper and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions until translucent (5-7 minutes). Add ground meat and cook until browned.
- Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stuff each bell pepper generously with the meat mixture and place upright in a baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes until tender; uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, sauté the bell peppers in olive oil before stuffing. Feel free to experiment with fillings like quinoa or add different spices for unique flavors.