Mexican Unstuffed Bell Peppers

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 0
Mexican Unstuffed Bell Peppers recipe for a hearty and flavorful meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion , diced
6 garlic cloves , minced
1 cup rice
4 bell peppers , I use a combo of green bell & poblano
1 lb cooked ground beef
1 can black beans , rinsed & drained
1 can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons oregano
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
ground black pepper
jalapeno pepper , minced , to taste ( optional )
2 2 cups monterey jack pepper cheese ( or a combination ) or 2 cups cheddar cheese ( or a combination )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
620
Sugar
6g
Fat
37g
Mexican Unstuffed Bell Peppers is a hearty, flavorful, and easy to make dish that can be served as a main course. The dish is inspired by Mexican cuisine, and is perfect for a family dinner or a party. The recipe uses common ingredients and can be tailored to suit your taste preferences. The dish is made by using bell peppers as the base, stuffed with a mixture of ground beef, rice, black beans, and diced tomatoes. The dish also includes spices such as oregano, cumin, and jalapeno pepper, adding to the dish's overall flavor. The dish is then topped with cheese and baked in the oven. It is an excellent option for people on a low-carb or high-protein diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil and onion. Cook the onion until it becomes translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
3.Add rice and stir until coated with oil and onion/garlic mixture.
4.Stir in ground beef, black beans, diced tomatoes, oregano, salt, and ground cumin. Season with black pepper and jalapeno pepper (if using).
5.Mix well and cook until heated through.
6.Cut the tops off of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and stems. Place the bell peppers in a baking dish and fill with the meat and rice mixture.
7.Top the bell peppers with cheese.
8.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.

PROS

Mexican Unstuffed Bell Peppers are hearty and flavorful.

Easy to make with readily available ingredients and freezes well.
The dish is low-carb and high-protein.

CONS

The dish may be slightly time-consuming to prepare.
The jalapeno pepper (if using) may be too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is low-carb and high-protein, making it an excellent option for people on a low-carbohydrate diet. The color of peppers indicates their nutritional content; green peppers have lower vitamin C and beta-carotene levels than yellow, orange, and red peppers, but are still an excellent source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. Red bell peppers, in particular, have the highest vitamin C content. The black beans and ground beef in this dish are an excellent source of protein and fiber.

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