NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1 large red bell pepper

3 oz lean ground beef (85% lean)

2 oz turkey sausage

1 slice turkey bacon

1/4 cup chopped onion

1/4 cup diced tomato

1/2 cup chopped spinach

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 tsp olive oil

1/2 tsp dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F.

• 2

  Carefully slice the top off the bell pepper and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside the pepper and finely chop the removed parts if desired for extra filling texture.

• 3

  In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.

• 4

  Add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula.

• 5

  Crumble in the turkey sausage and continue cooking until it is well mixed and heated through. Stir in the diced tomato, chopped spinach, and any reserved bell pepper pieces.

• 6

  Season the mixture with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Allow the filling to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.

• 7

  In a separate pan, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Once done, chop it into small pieces and gently fold it into the filling.

• 8

  Spoon the filling into the hollowed bell pepper, packing it generously.

• 9

  Place the stuffed pepper in a baking dish and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the bell pepper is tender and the filling is heated through.

• 10

  Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.