Stuffed Taco Peppers
Servings: 6 -8 pepper halves
One of the summertime favorites are these stuffed taco peppers loaded with meat, sauce and cheese all over flowing with deliciousness. Make these tonight!
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 Bell Peppers color of choice
- 1 Pound lean ground turkey
- 1 packet Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
- 1 small zucchini diced
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Salsa
- Fat free sour cream
Instructions
- Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add a small drizzle of oil and sauté the zucchini until tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground turkey.
- Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
- Add the taco seasoning, stir to combine and allow to cook through, another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Heat the oven to 400°
- Cut each pepper in half lengthwise, clean out the seeds and fill with taco meat, zucchini and a sprinkling of cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes and remove from the oven.
- Serve with sour cream and salsa.
Notes
Grilling the peppers adds additional flavor. Just heat the grill to medium heat, add the peppers and grill for 6-8 minutes or until tender and carefully remove from the grill.
left overs can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-5 days
Nutrition Facts
Stuffed Taco Peppers
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 163
% Daily Value*
Cholesterol 56.4mg19%
Carbohydrates 4.1g1%
Fiber 1.3g5%
Sugar 2.6g3%
Protein 14.8g30%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.