Description
These Meal Prep Unstuffed Pepper Bowls are an easy, healthy, and flavorful make-ahead meal packed with lean ground meat, bell peppers, tomatoes, and rice. Perfect for busy weekdays and customizable for different diets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers, any color
- 1 lb ground turkey or ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional spices or herbs, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Arrange the peppers in a baking dish.
- Cook the ground turkey or beef in a large skillet over medium
- high heat, breaking it apart until browned.
- Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low while preparing the cooked rice or cauliflower rice.
- Place a portion of rice or cauliflower rice into each pepper.
- Top with the meat and tomato mixture.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Serve immediately or cool for meal prep storage.
Notes
Store assembled bowls in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. For best results, store the rice, filling, and peppers separately. Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version. Substitute tofu or tempeh for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 20 Minutes
- Cook Time: 30 Minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bowl
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 25g