Best Simple Weeknight Unstuffed Pepper Dippers Recipes

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HEALTHY UNSTUFFED PEPPERS



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If you need a really quick, healthy dinner idea, you've come to the right place! Made in 20 minutes, my Healthy Unstuffed Peppers with Cauliflower Rice will be your new go-to healthy weeknight dinner idea. This fantastic ONE-skillet unstuffed pepper recipe is great for meal prepping, too!

Provided by Erin @ Delightful E Made

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 Green bell pepper, diced
1 Yellow bell pepper, diced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 Tbsp. Extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. lean ground beef
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz. can) tomato sauce
1 (14.5 oz. can) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (10 oz. pkg) frozen riced cauliflower, microwaved to package directions
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
Chopped cilantro
Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Microwave the riced cauliflower according to package directions. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, over medium high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced peppers and onion, and saute for 5-7 minutes or until the onions are nearly clear and translucent. Transfer the cooked peppers and onions to a separate bowl.
  • In the same skillet, brown the ground beef along with the garlic. Drain off any excess grease. Add back the peppers and onions. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, paprika, pepper and garlic salt. Stir together. Add in the cooked riced cauliflower.
  • Stir all the ingredients together and simmer for an additional 5 minutes over medium heat.
  • Serve right away while hot. Top with any optional toppings like cilantro or shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 60 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 11 grams fat, Protein 26 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 4 servings, Sodium 463 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar

UNSTUFFED PEPPERS



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This unstuffed peppers bowl is loaded with flavor and is a great well balanced meal. With all the flavors of stuffed peppers, but so much quicker to make!

Provided by Yumna Jawad

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef
2 green peppers (chopped)
1 small onion (chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
½ cup long grain rice (uncooked)
15 ounce can diced tomatoes with their juices
½ cup water
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef, green peppers, onions, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook until beef is browned, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and saute until well combined and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Add the rice, diced tomatoes and water and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat but keep covered for an additional 5-10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork to separate.
  • Serve in bowls garnished with shredded cheddar cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 815 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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