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Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers

Serving Size

2

Ingredients

  • 6-8 oz. ground turkey
  • 2 tsp cilantro
  • 2 tbsp salsa
  • 1 cup mushrooms
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 2 bell peppers

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for softer peppers.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned and no longer pink.
  • Stir in the mushrooms and black beans, cooking for 3-5 minutes until the mushrooms are softened—season as desired.
  • Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
  • (Optional) If you prefer softer bell peppers, place the halves on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes before stuffing.
  • Fill each bell pepper half with the turkey, mushroom, and black bean mixture.
  • Top with salsa and fresh cilantro.
  • Serve immediately. Optional: Add toppings such as avocado or cheese.

Notes

Leftovers: Store other half of pepper in refrigerator for up to 4 days. More Carbs: Add rice to stuffing or serve on the side More iron: Use ground beef Additional Toppings: Add cheese and avocado