Low Sodium Beef Stuffed Peppers

Satisfy your comfort food cravings without the excess sodium with these Low Sodium Beef Stuffed Peppers! This wholesome recipe features vibrant bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of lean ground beef, hearty brown rice, sweet onions, and garlic, all blended with no-salt-added diced tomatoes and fragrant Italian seasoning. A hint of low sodium mozzarella adds a perfectly melty, cheesy topping, while unsalted chicken broth keeps the peppers tender and juicy as they bake. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is a flavorful, heart-healthy option that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 14.5 ounces no-salt-added canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup unsalted chicken broth
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup low sodium shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Arrange the peppers in a baking dish, standing upright.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the beef and cook until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, cooked brown rice, Italian seasoning, and ground black pepper. Mix until combined and heat for another 3 minutes.

Step 6

Spoon the beef mixture evenly into each bell pepper, pressing it down gently.

Step 7

Pour the unsalted chicken broth into the bottom of the baking dish around the peppers to help steam them while cooking.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Uncover the dish and sprinkle the tops of the stuffed peppers with the low sodium shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 10

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2208.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1399.8

Total Fat 47.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 311.1mg	0%
Sodium 1033.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 41.3g
Protein 124.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 618.8mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 2735.0mg	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: 30.4%

Protein: 35.4%

Carbs: 34.2%