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Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers: Fuel Your Dinner with 32g Protein!

Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers: Meal-Prep Dinner with 32g Protein!

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A nutritious and protein-packed meal featuring ground turkey stuffed in bell peppers, perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
  3. In a skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
  4. Add cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix well.
  5. Stuff the mixture into each bell pepper.
  6. If using, top with shredded cheese.
  7. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • These stuffed peppers can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or grains.
  • For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.

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