Rice-A-Roni Stuffed Bell Peppers

Rice-A-Roni Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe videos

Rice-A-Roni Stuffed Bell Peppers is a comforting, home-style American dish where hollowed bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of the classic Rice-A-Roni rice and vermicelli blend, often combined with ground meat, tomatoes, and cheese. It's a popular weeknight meal that transforms a simple boxed mix into a hearty, colorful entrée. The dish is a staple of casual, family-friendly cooking in the United States.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the rice and pasta base, with moderate protein if ground meat is included, and can be higher in fat depending on the meat and cheese used. It provides key nutrients like vitamin C from the bell peppers, along with some iron and B vitamins from the fortified rice mix and meat. A single stuffed pepper serving generally ranges from 300 to 450 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin C	120 mg
Vitamin A	180 mcg RAE
Iron	3.2 mg
Calcium	85 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Folate	65 mcg DFE
Zinc	2.1 mg

Per 1 stuffed bell pepper (approx. 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a classic example of mid-20th century American 'convenience cooking,' where a popular packaged product like Rice-A-Roni is creatively repurposed into a new, satisfying meal. Nutritionally, the bell pepper vessel adds a fresh, vitamin-rich component that balances the more processed filling, making it a simple way to incorporate vegetables into a familiar comfort food format.