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Low-Carb Stuffed Bell Peppers

A delicious and healthy low-carb meal featuring bell peppers stuffed with savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large bell peppers halved and deseeded
  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15
  • 1 small yellow onion finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup tomato sauce no sugar added
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté the diced onion until translucent.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in garlic, oregano, and paprika; cook for one minute.
  6. Add tomato sauce and simmer for five minutes until thickened.
  7. Fill the bell pepper halves with the beef mixture.
  8. Top with mozzarella cheese.
  9. Bake for 25–30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.