Introduction to Keto Stuffed Peppers
The reason we love peppers is because of their shape. They’re basically an edible cup, making them the perfect vessel for any delicious filling. Our Keto Stuffed Peppers are a true testament to that. Of all the low-carb vegetables, the humble bell pepper has to be the most underrated. It has very few net carbs, can be enjoyed both raw and cooked, and has a satisfying sweet taste to it.
What Makes This Keto Stuffed Peppers Recipe So Great?
There’s more to creating a low-carb recipe than removing the carbs. The trick to creating an amazing, low-carb recipe is making it taste just as amazing as the high-carb version. Ideally, even better. We’re happy to say that our keto stuffed bell peppers tick all the boxes. Delicious, satisfying, and totally suitable for a low-carb keto or gluten-free diet, these easy keto peppers stuffed with ground beef and tomato sauce have it all.
A Surprisingly Low-Carb Recipe
You don’t have to eat only bacon and eggs on a keto or low-carb diet. There are many incredible low-carb dishes just like this one that can fit into your nutritional needs. We’re endlessly surprised at how many different meals we can come up with using creative combinations of just meat, cheese, and vegetables.
Are Bell Peppers Okay on Keto?
Yes! Bell peppers are a keto-friendly vegetable, and one you should definitely try to incorporate into your keto diet. They’re high in fiber and water, which keeps the net carbs low. Not to mention they have a ton of health benefits, from being a rich source of Vitamin C to containing a high amount of carotenoids, which are linked to eye health.
Isn’t Onion High Carb?
Onion does contain a higher amount of carbs than many other low-carb vegetables, with around 7 grams of net carbs per 100 grams. However, we don’t recommend avoiding onion in your cooking. Onion creates a great flavor foundation for many recipes, especially Italian. Instead, simply limit how much you use.
What About the Tomatoes?
Again, it’s all about quantity. Diced tomatoes contain a higher amount of natural sugar – they are technically a fruit, after all! But they are definitely still keto-friendly. We’ve kept the diced tomatoes to a minimum in this recipe to keep the carbs low without sacrificing on flavor.
Italian Meets Philly Cheesesteaks
When you think peppers, beef, and melted cheese, what do you think of? Philly cheesesteaks, of course! This recipe isn’t exactly a keto recreation of a Philly cheesesteak. We’ve put more of an Italian spin on this recipe by adding some classic Italian herbs and tomato.
They’re Super Filling
Low-carb dishes are delicious, but the lack of carbs can mean they don’t have a whole lot of volume. For some people, this can leave them craving more food, even after they’ve finished what should be a satisfying meal. The trick here is to volumize using low-carb vegetables. This low-carb stuffed peppers recipe uses cauliflower rice.
What You’ll Need to Make These Low-Carb Stuffed Peppers
All you’ll need for this stuffed peppers recipe is a large pot, a baking dish or tray, a spoon, and a knife. A small knife will work best for cutting out the stem of each bell pepper, without cutting off too much of the edible part.
How to Make Keto Stuffed Peppers
Ready to get your pepper on? This recipe takes as little as 30 minutes to make. And with so few steps, you’ll be able to have these low-prep keto stuffed bell peppers on the dinner table in no time.
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Remove the tops of the bell peppers and clean out the insides.
- In a large pan cook the onion, garlic, oil, and spices on medium heat until the onions are translucent.
- Add in the ground beef and brown all the way through. Once browned add in the cauliflower rice, tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until everything is cooked through and softened.
- Fill the peppers and then top with cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes and then broil for 2-3, or until the cheese has browned.
- Serve warm topped with fresh parsley.
How to Store Your Keto Stuffed Peppers
These low-carb stuffed bell peppers can be easily stored in the fridge and enjoyed another day. Once cooked, we recommend consuming within three days for optimal freshness. While you can reheat this dish in the microwave, the oven will get you the best results.
More Keto Recipes Like This
Craving more keto recipes like this Stuffed Bell Pepper dish? We’ve got plenty of tasty, easy keto dishes that we’re sure you’ll love.
- Philly Cheesesteak Casserole – All the flavors of a Philly Cheesesteak but with none of the carbs!
- Cauliflower Mac & Cheese – One of the most popular side dishes on our site. Easy to make and full of rich flavor.
- Cauliflower Fried Rice – Get the Asian flavors we all lose in this easy to make one pan dinner recipe. Add your favorite meat to the dish for a protein-packed meal.
- Bell Pepper Sandwich – The bell pepper sandwich itself has this ridiculously good crunch, it’s fresh and full of flavors depending on whatever you add inside.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 344
- Calories from Fat: 198
- Fat: 22g (34% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 16g (5%)
- Fiber: 5g (20% DV)
- Protein: 20g (40% DV)
- Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
