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    Published: Jun 26, 2016 · Modified: Sep 26, 2021 by Briana · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Taco Stuffed Peppers

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    These Taco Stuffed Peppers are a low carb Tex-Mex lovers dream! They are super easy to make, very low in carbs, and full of flavor. This easy weeknight dinner would be the perfect meal for your family members to add their own favorite toppings. Prepare these keto stuffed bell peppers on a Sunday and have lovely keto-friendly meals prepped for the whole week.

    pepper stuffed with ground beef, cheese, guacamole

    Ingredients:​

    • Bell peppers
    • Unsalted butter
    • Jalapeño
    • Yellow onion
    • Ground beef, 85% lean (or higher)
    • Chili powder
    • Kosher salt
    • Cumin
    • Garlic powder
    • Smoked paprika
    • Red pepper flakes
    • Oregano
    • Black pepper to taste
    • Water
    • Shredded cheese
    • Optional toppings: Sour Cream, Guacamole, Cilantro, Hot Sauce, Limes
    plate of tex mex stuffed bell peppers with sour cream and guacamole

    Let's Make These Taco Stuffed Peppers!


    Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut your bell peppers in half and remove the seeds. Reserve pieces of the bell pepper tops to stuff inside the pepper later. Place in the oven for 15-20 minutes until a bit softened.

    While the peppers are in the oven, dice up your onion, jalapeño, and pieces of bell pepper. Melt your butter in a skillet, then add in the peppers and onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

    red bell peppers cut in half on parchment paper
    jalapeño onion and bell pepper in a cast iron skillet

    Next, add in your ground beef and brown.

    raw ground beef in a skillet with peppers and onions
    cooked ground beef in a skillet

    After the meat is browned, add in your seasoning mix. Cook for a few minutes then add your water. Let it simmer on the stove until all the water is evaporated.

    dry seasonings added to ground beef in skillet
    ground beef with peppers, onions in a skillet

    Take your bell peppers out of the oven, and drain any excess water from them. Now, just stuff your bell pepper halves with the meat mixture, and top with cheese. (You may have some leftover meat depending on the size of your bell peppers.)

    Bake for another 10 minutes, and broil to get the cheese crispy at the end for 3 -5 minutes, keeping a close eye on them to make sure they don’t burn.

    bell pepper stuffed with beef and peppers
    stuffed bell peppers with cheese

    Now, top with sour cream, hot sauce, cilantro, guacamole, or some avocado lime crema and these Taco Stuffed Peppers are ready to be served.

    delicious plate of taco stuffed bell peppers with lime

    Recipe Notes:

    There are tons of recipes out there for taco stuffed peppers, but this Tex-Mex inspired version is perfect for when you are craving some of those flavors, without the carbs. We definitely don't claim that these keto stuffed bell peppers are authentic Mexican food, but it is tasty and easy to make! If you you want authentic Mexican, visit a local taqueria or do a food tour in Mexico City!

    Spices: We included a spice blend that we think works well, but feel free to use whatever taco seasoning blend is your favorite! Ours is just a suggestion.

    delicious plate of taco stuffed bell peppers with ground beef

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    Until next time,
    Briana & Chamere

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    delicious plate of taco stuffed bell peppers with lime

    Taco Stuffed Peppers

    Briana
    These Taco Stuffed Peppers are a low carb Tex-Mex lovers dream! They are super easy to make, very low in carbs, and full of flavor. This easy weeknight dinner would be the perfect meal for your family members to add their own favorite toppings. One of our personal favorites is this creamy guacamole recipe, or even this delicious avocado and lime crema. Prepare these on a Sunday and have lovely keto-friendly meals prepped for the whole week.
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican-American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 348 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 whole bell peppers
    • 3 tablespoon butter
    • 1 whole jalapeño
    • ½ whole yellow onion
    • 1 lb ground beef, 85% lean
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • ¾ tablespoon kosher salt (or to taste)
    • ½ tablespoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • ½ teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup shredded cheese
    • Garnish with creamy guacamole, avocado and lime crema, cilantro, sour cream, hot sauce, limes, to taste.

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut your bell peppers in half and remove the seeds. Reserve pieces of the bell pepper tops to stuff inside the pepper later. Place in the oven for 15-20 minutes until a bit softened.
    • While the peppers are in the oven, dice up your onion, jalapeño, and pieces of bell pepper. Melt your butter in a skillet, then add in the peppers and onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. 
    • Next, add in your ground beef and brown. After the meat is browned, add in your seasoning mix. Cook for a few minutes then add your water. Let it simmer on the stove until all the water is evaporated. 
    • Take your bell peppers out of the oven, and drain any excess water from them. Now, just stuff your bell pepper halves with the meat mixture, and top with cheese. Bake for another 10 minutes, and broil to get the cheese crispy at the end for 3 -5 minutes, keeping a close eye on them to make sure they don’t burn.
    • Top with sour cream, hot sauce, cilantro, or guacamole!

    Notes

    Reheat in the microwave, oven or on the stovetop. These will keep for about 5 days in the fridge in an air tight container. 
    Nutrition facts do not include additional toppings. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 348kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1612mgPotassium: 448mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1030IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 194mgIron: 4mg
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