Description
These Grilled Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and satisfying main course perfect for summer grilling. Bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, tomatoes, and cheese, then grilled to perfection. A versatile dish that can be customized to your taste!
Ingredients
Bell Peppers:
4 large bell peppers (any color)
Stuffing:
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 cup diced onion, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 pound ground beef, turkey, or sausage, 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa, 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (drained), 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (divided), fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat grill to medium heat (about 375°F).
- Prepare Peppers: Slice tops off peppers, remove seeds, and trim bottoms if needed.
- Cook Filling: Sauté onion, garlic, and meat. Add rice, tomatoes, seasoning, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup cheese. Mix well.
- Stuff Peppers: Fill peppers with mixture and top with remaining cheese.
- Grill: Place peppers in a grill-safe pan. Grill covered for 20-25 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, char the peppers directly on the grill before stuffing.
- You can make a vegetarian version using black beans or lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
