Today I want to share a recipe that I love to make due to its simplicity and deliciousness! For all you taco lovers out there here below is a healthy alternative to use next time you are craving some spicy Mexican cuisine. The ingredients that I used are some of my favorite but if you like or dislike anything just sub something in or out! I topped mine with salsa, avocado, and hot sauce! #Fiesta in my mouth.
Ingredients:
- Ground turkey (10 oz,
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cooked)
- 6 Multi-colored bell peppers
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup corn
- 1/2 cup black beans
- 1 small can of tomato sauce
- 1 small can of diced tomatoes
- 1 jalapeno
- 1 clove of garlic
- taco seasoning packet
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Brown turkey in skillet. Once cooked drained grease and then follow taco seasoning instructions.
- Cook brown rice following the directions on the label.
- Heat oven to 400 and move rack to the middle. Get out a medium baking dish and fill with a half an inch of water. Set aside.
- In a separate skillet sautee jalapenos and garlic for a couple minutes on medium heat. Add in cooked rice, turkey, and the rest of the ingredients. Reduce to a simmer.
- Cut the peppers by slicing of the tops. Next stuff the peppers with a cups worth of mix. Replace tops.
- Place peppers into the dish standing up and place lids on top.
- Put dish in oven and cook for 15 minutes.
- Let them cool for 10 minutes and top with your favorite foods! I suggest salsa, hot sauce, guacamole, and cheese!
- Enjoy!
Servings 6 | 200 calories per serving | 14P | 4F | 27C
I hope you enjoy eating my take on the stuffed pepper! Remember to have fun when you cook and use your imagination when it comes to adding ingredients! Eating healthy should never be boring or feel like a task!
