Description
Discover the perfect balance of flavor and convenience with Stuffed Mini Peppers with Beef Rice, an easy‑to‑make dinner that combines sweet mini peppers, seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and aromatic spices. This colorful, protein‑rich recipe is ideal for busy families, offering a satisfying bite in under 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs for extra freshness and serve as a wholesome main that looks as good as it tastes, making it a go‑to weeknight favorite. Enjoy it any night! with family!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini sweet peppers
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and arrange trimmed peppers in a baking dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic in oil until softened.
- Add ground beef, brown, then season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cooked rice, combine thoroughly.
- Stuff each pepper with the mixture and top with cheese if desired.
- Bake 20‑25 minutes until peppers are tender and filling is hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef. Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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