How to Make Low-Carb Stuffed Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stuffed peppers have always been a favorite dish for many, and it's no wonder why. The combination of savory meat, tender vegetables, and gooey cheese all wrapped up in a vibrant pepper shell makes for a delicious and satisfying meal. However, if you're trying to stick to a low-carb diet, traditional stuffed peppers may seem like they're off-limits. But fear not! With this recipe for low-carb stuffed peppers, you can enjoy all the flavors you love without the guilt.

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray (such as Pam®)
  • 1 ½ pounds ground sirloin
  • ½ pound bulk pork sausage
  • 6 Roma tomatoes, chopped, divided
  • 1 small white onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon fennel seed, or to taste
  • seasoned pepper to taste
  • 4 large green bell peppers, tops and seeds removed
  • 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 stuffed peppers

  • Coat a casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook ground sirloin and sausage in a skillet over medium-low heat until browned and crumbly, stirring often, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain thoroughly. Mix in 3/4 the tomatoes, onion, butter, garlic, oregano, fennel seed, and seasoned pepper. Simmer over low heat until meat mixture comes together, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill bell peppers with meat mixture, alternating with layers of feta cheese and Parmesan cheese. Place stuffed bell peppers side-by-side in the prepared casserole dish; add remaining tomatoes around and under the peppers so they cook up and into the peppers. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    606 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 154mg
    • Sodium: 1315mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 54g
    • Vitamin C: 146mg
    • Calcium: 506mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1137mg