Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
A delightful twist on traditional tacos, these stuffed bell peppers are filled with seasoned beef, black beans, and topped with melted cheese and fresh garnishes.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers assorted colors, halved and seeded
- 1 lb ground beef lean
- 1 pack taco seasoning about 1 oz
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or your choice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 0.5 cup chopped cilantro optional, for garnish
- 1 unit lime cut into wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 0.5 cup of water. Simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Mix in cooked rice and black beans. Stir until combined and heated through.
- Arrange bell pepper halves in a baking dish. Fill each pepper with the beef mixture.
- Top with cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm, topped with salsa and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef for a lighter version. Add some sour cream for extra creaminess.