Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers with Spinach and Feta

This post features a recipe for Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers, serving four people with ingredients like ground turkey, spinach, and feta. The dish is prepped by roasting peppers, cooking the filling, and baking the assembled peppers until cheesy and bubbly. It promotes a low-carb meal option rich in protein and flavor.

Keto stuffed bell peppers

Here’s a Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers with Spinach and Feta recipe that’s unique, flavorful, and perfect for adding variety to your keto meal plan!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), halved and seeded

• 1 lb ground turkey or ground beef

• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional garnish: fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the halved bell peppers in a baking dish and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast them in the oven for 10 minutes to soften slightly.

2. Prepare the Filling:

• In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.

• Add the ground turkey or beef, cooking until browned. Season with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.

• Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and mix in the feta cheese.

3. Stuff the Peppers:

• Remove the roasted peppers from the oven and fill them generously with the meat and spinach mixture.

• Top each pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.

4. Bake:

• Return the stuffed peppers to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Serve:

• Garnish with fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil and serve warm. Pair with a side salad or enjoy them on their own!

Nutrition Info (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~280

• Fat: ~18g

• Protein: ~22g

• Net Carbs: ~5g

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