Whole30 Stuffed Red Pepper

Get ready to fall in love with the bold flavors and nutritious balance of Whole30 Stuffed Red Peppers! These vibrant red bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, fresh zucchini, and aromatic spices like paprika and Italian seasoning, all simmered with no-sugar-added diced tomatoes for a wholesome, hearty stuffing. Perfectly baked until tender, these peppers are ideal for anyone following a Whole30, paleo, or gluten-free lifestyle. With a prep time of only 15 minutes and a cook time of 35 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is a weeknight dinner hero that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Serve them hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is healthy!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole red bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small (diced) zucchini
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, no sugar added
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the tops off the red bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set the peppers upright in a baking dish.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the diced zucchini, canned diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and remove the skillet from heat.

Step 9

Stuff each red bell pepper generously with the meat and vegetable mixture. Press the filling down firmly to ensure it fits well.

Step 10

Bake the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with additional parsley if desired and enjoy your Whole30-compliant meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1305.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1561.2

Total Fat 110.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4138.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 86.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 182.4mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 3133.8mg	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: 62.5%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 15.8%