Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1.5 pounds of 93% lean ground turkey (or substitute with lean ground beef or chicken)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1/2 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups marinara sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
2 cups riced cauliflower
1 each green, yellow, orange, and red bell pepper, sliced
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese (optional)
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients:
Chop the onion, mince the garlic, slice the bell peppers, and measure out your spices and sauces.
Cooking:
Sauté Onions and Turkey:
In a large skillet (preferably cast iron for even cooking), heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes.
Add Garlic and Seasonings:
Once the turkey is browned, add the minced garlic, oregano, basil, rosemary, sage, and salt. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Incorporate Tomatoes and Sauces: Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add Cauliflower Rice and Peppers:
Mix in the riced cauliflower and bell peppers. Simmer the mixture for about 10-12 minutes, or until the peppers are tender to your liking. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Add Cheese (Optional):
If using cheese, sprinkle it over the top of the mixture. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven (350°F) and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the deconstructed stuffed peppers hot. If desired, garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or basil for added color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: VEGETABLES
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: MEXICAN
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 calories
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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