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This Mexican Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef recipe is so flavorful, filling and simple to make. It makes a comforting all-in-one meal that is hearty, healthy and gluten-free. Learn how to make the best homemade stuffed peppers with this quick and easy recipe that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
You are going to love these colorful stuffed bell peppers with a fun Mexican twist. They are loaded with protein, vegetables and grains, so they provide the nutrition you need for a healthy, satisfyingand balanced meal.
Tips for MakingMexican Stuffed Peppers
In this recipe, the bell peppers are cut in half, rather than the traditional way of cutting off the tops. This results in a smaller cavity to fill, which means that it takes less time for the filling to heat through in the oven. Halving the peppers rather than leaving them whole alsoallows for better portioning and the green stem makes a nice presentation.
I always like to parboil the bell peppers for a few minutes before stuffing and baking them. This helps speed up the cooking process and prevents the need to bake them in the oven for an hour to get them to soften up.
These baked beauties are a fantastic make-ahead meal, because theyfreeze really well. So, you could make a batch and then store it in the freezer. That way, the stuffed peppers are ready to go on nights when you just don’t feel like cooking.
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This recipe uses lean ground beef as its main source of protein. I always prefer to use grass-fed, humanely-raised meat instead of standard, factory-farmed meat. This is because organic, naturally-fed meat is much more healthy, sustainable and flavorful than conventional meat. And for the best grass-fed and organic meat, I highly recommend signing up for ButcherBox.
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More Healthy Ground Beef Recipes
Looking for more good-for-you ground beef recipes? Here are some dishes you will love:
- The Best Ground Beef Chili Recipe
- Ground Beef Taco Skillet
- Easy Korean Bulgogi Beef Bowls
For this Mexican Stuffed Peppers Recipe, I recommend:
Here are some kitchen tools I suggest using to make this recipe:
- Ultra Chef Express Food Chopper– This is the one I have and it is one of my most-used kitchen tools. I use mine all the time to quickly chop up vegetables. I especially love using it to dice onions, because it saves me from all the tears!
- Pyrex Glass Bakeware and Food Storage Set– I love the versatility of this set, because you can use the same dish to bake, serve and store your food.
If you make this easy Mexican Stuffed Peppers recipe, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating ★ below, because I love hearing from you! ♡
Healthy Mexican Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Ground Beef
Alia Kay
This Healthy Mexican Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Ground Beef is bursting with spicy flavor. A comforting all-in-one meal that is easy to make and gluten-free!
5 from 7 votes
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Main
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 281 calories
Ingredients
- 6 bell peppers, any color
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn, defrosted
- 1/2 cup shredded Mexican-blend or Cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: Chopped green onions or fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.Bring a large pot of water to boil.
Cut the peppers in half vertically right through the middle of the stem and the bottom of the pepper. Remove the membranes and seeds.
Parboil the peppers in the pot of water for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Drain and place the peppers cut side up in a large baking dish.
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 4 minutes or until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute further.
Add the ground beef and cook, stirring constantly to break up the meat, for 5 minutes or until browned.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, green chiles, cooked rice, tomatoes, black beans and corn. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Spoon the ground beef rice mixture into the peppers and sprinkle the tops with cheese.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbling. Serve warm, garnished with green onions or cilantro if using.
Notes
- If you want more heat, feel free to add a few splashes of hot sauce (such as Tabasco) to the filling.
- For best results, I highly recommend using organic, grass-fed ground beef from ButcherBox for this recipe.
- Leftovers can be storedin an airtight containerin therefrigeratorfor up to five days or in the freezer for up to three months.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Healthy Mexican Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Ground Beef
Amount per Serving
Calories
281
% Daily Value*
Fat
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Sodium
141
mg
6
%
Potassium
802
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
30
g
10
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
23
g
46
%
Vitamin A
4490
IU
90
%
Vitamin C
161
mg
195
%
Calcium
80
mg
8
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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