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Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers

Course: Dinner
Keyword: beef, dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, low FODMAP
Calorie: 400-500, Under 450
Protein: 21-30g, Over 20g, Over 25g
Fiber: 5-10g
Servings: 6
Calories: 408kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Brown Rice
  • 1 1/2 lbs Extra Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 Red Bell Pepper (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 2 tsps Paprika
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 3 1/2 cups Crushed Tomatoes (from the can)
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes (from the can)
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 6 stalks Green Onion (chopped, divided)

Instructions

  • Cook the rice according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef to the pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Once it is cooked through and no longer pink, transfer the meat to a plate and drain any excess drippings from the pan.
  • Add the oil to the same pot and cook the peppers for about 8 minutes until just tender. Add the browned beef back to the pot and season with with Italian Seasoning, paprika, salt and red pepper flakes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, water and half of the green onions. Bring to a gentle boil then let simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until the peppers are very tender. Season with additional salt if needed.
  • To serve, divide the beef mixture and rice between bowls. Stir together and then top with the remaining green onions. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Leftovers

    Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days. This dish will thicken as it cools, so you may want to add a bit of water when you reheat it until your desired consistency is reached.
  • Serving Size

    One serving is approximately 1 1/3 cups of the beef mixture and 2/3 cups of the rice.
  • More Flavor

    Use garlic-infused olive oil instead. Make it spicier with more red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper. Make it smokier with smoked paprika or chipotle chili powder.
  • No Red Bell Pepper

    Use any colour of bell pepper instead.
  • No Beef

    Use ground pork or sausage meat instead.
  • No Brown Rice

    Use white rice, quinoa or cauliflower rice instead.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g | Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 744mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3269IU | Vitamin C: 95mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 6mg

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