Stuffed peppers with cheese or meat

Stuffed peppers with cheese or meat recipe videos

Stuffed peppers are a versatile dish featuring bell peppers hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture, commonly including ground meat (like beef or pork), rice, onions, and herbs, all topped with melted cheese. This comforting meal has roots in various cuisines, including Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Eastern European cooking, with popular variations like Turkish 'Dolma' or American-style stuffed peppers.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically balanced, offering a good source of protein from the meat and cheese, along with carbohydrates from the rice and fiber from the peppers. A single serving generally ranges from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the filling and cheese used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	650 mg
Vitamin C	150 mg
Vitamin A	200 mcg
Potassium	450 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Stuffed peppers are a classic example of a 'one-pot' style meal that can be adapted to use seasonal ingredients or leftovers, making them a practical and nutritious choice for family dinners.