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Keto Low Carb Taco Stuffed Peppers

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Delicious and easy taco stuffed peppers, perfectly tailored for a keto and low-carb diet. These vibrant bell peppers are filled with a seasoned ground beef mixture, topped with melted cheese, and baked to perfection, making for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (8 halves)

Ingredients

4 medium bell peppers (any color), halved lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 90/10)
1/2 medium onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons keto-friendly taco seasoning (check labels for no sugar/starch)
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (or Rotel for a kick)
1/4 cup water or beef broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, low-carb salsa, jalapeños

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Prepare the bell peppers by washing them, cutting them in half lengthwise, and removing all seeds and membranes. Place them cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Step 4: Add the diced onion to the skillet with the ground beef and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and keto-friendly taco seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Step 5: Stir in the drained diced tomatoes and water or beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly. Remove from heat.
Step 6: Spoon the taco meat filling evenly into each bell pepper half in the baking dish. Top each stuffed pepper generously with shredded cheese.
Step 7: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender-crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbly. If you prefer softer peppers, you can cover the dish with foil for the first 15-20 minutes, then uncover for the last 10 minutes to brown the cheese.
Step 8: Carefully remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with your favorite keto-friendly toppings like sour cream, avocado, or fresh cilantro.

Notes

For even softer peppers, par-bake the empty pepper halves for 10-15 minutes before filling. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meat mixture or use Rotel diced tomatoes. These peppers are excellent for meal prep and reheat beautifully.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes & Sides
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper half
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg