feta and turkey stuffed green peppers

Author of this recipe: Ping Strupp

Make healthy and delicious stuffed green peppers with crumbled feta cheese and ground turkey. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining! #FetaTurkeyStuffedPeppers #HealthyRecipe #StuffedGreenPeppers #MealPrep

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Ingredients

• * 6 large green bell peppers, any color
• * 1 lb ground turkey
• * 8 oz crumbled feta cheese
• * 1 small onion, finely chopped
• * 2 cloves garlic, minced
• * 1 cup cooked rice
• * 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
• * 1 tsp dried oregano
• * Salt and pepper to taste
• * Olive oil for cooking
• * Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Steps

2. Feta and Turkey Stuffed Green Peppers Recipe | Healthy Meal Idea
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5. Looking for a delicious and healthy meal idea? Try making feta and turkey stuffed green peppers! This recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy a satisfying meal without sacrificing their health. In this article, we will guide you through the simple steps needed to create this mouth-watering dish.
7. ### Ingredients (serves 4)
9. - 4 large green peppers, any color (preferably organic)
10. - 1 lb lean ground turkey (or chicken)
11. - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
12. - 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
13. - 1 onion, chopped
14. - 3 garlic cloves, minced
15. - 1 can diced tomatoes
16. - 2 tablespoons olive oil
17. - Salt and pepper to taste
18. - Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
20. ### Instructions
22. 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
23. 2. Cut off the tops of the green peppers, remove the seeds and stem, and place them in a baking dish or baking sheet.
24. 3. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
25. 4. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
26. 5. Add the minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute until fragrant.
27. 6. Add the ground turkey (or chicken) to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon or potato masher.
28. 7. Cook the meat until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
29. 8. Stir in the diced tomatoes, quinoa (or rice), crumbled feta cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
30. 9. Spoon the filling mixture into each green pepper.
31. 10. Cover the baking dish or baking sheet with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
32. 11. Remove the aluminum foil, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro (optional), and serve hot with a side salad or some crusty bread.
34. ### Tips
36. - Use organic green peppers to ensure they are free of harmful pesticides and chemicals.
37. - If you don't like quinoa or brown rice, you can substitute it with cooked white rice or bulgur.
38. - You can also add other vegetables such as zucchini, carrots, or corn to the filling mixture for added nutrition.
39. - For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeno peppers to the filling.
40. - If you are vegetarian or vegan, you can use cooked lentils or chickpeas instead of ground turkey or chicken.

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