High Protein Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers

Elevate your dinner menu with these High Protein Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers, a wholesome and flavor-packed meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Vibrant bell peppers are generously filled with a hearty mixture of lean ground turkey, protein-rich chickpeas, and fluffy quinoa, all seasoned with bold Mediterranean flavors like garlic, tomato paste, and a touch of red pepper flakes. Chopped fresh spinach and crumbled feta cheese add a burst of freshness and creaminess, while a final sprinkle of parsley brings it all together. This balanced recipe is easy to prepare in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. With its high protein content and satisfying texture, these stuffed bell peppers are a healthy, family-friendly dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 pound Lean ground turkey
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed Canned chickpeas
• 1.5 cups Cooked quinoa
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 14.5-ounce can Diced tomatoes
• 2 cups, chopped Fresh spinach
• 0.5 cup, crumbled Feta cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the chickpeas, cooked quinoa, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and chopped spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey mixture, pressing down gently to fit as much filling as possible.

Step 9

Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Cover loosely with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and the tops are slightly browned.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2731.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2095.5

Total Fat 90.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 390.7mg	0%
Sodium 5511.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.4g	0%
Total Sugars 56.2g
Protein 144.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 968.6mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 5195.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 36.5%