Stovetop Stuffed Bell Peppers with WW Points. This healthier dinner is made with common ingredients you probably already have on hand.
To make this hearty dinner you’ll need: rice, bell peppers, lean ground beef, onion, garlic, vegetable juice, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Mrs. Dash seasoning, salt, and pepper.
This recipe is different because you make it right on the stovetop!
Whether you’re feeding a family or just looking to spice up your meal routine, these stuffed bell peppers have everything you need to leave your table happy.
If you would like some tips and tricks, I have them below the recipe.
Weight Watchers Points
6 Points (2022/2024 Plan)
MyWW Points: 6 Blue Plan and 9 Green Plan
6 WW Freestyle Points and 9 Smart Points
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Stovetop Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients
- ½ cup white rice
- 4 medium bell peppers clean and halved
- 10 ounces 96% lean ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ cups vegetable juice
- 3 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings
- ½ teaspoon Mrs Dash seasoning
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice as the package suggests, but do not add butter or oil. Let it cool for 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rice, ground beef, onion, chopped pepper, garlic, ¼ cup of vegetable juice, Parmesan cheese, and spices.
- Evenly distribute the rice mixture into the bell peppers using a spoon.
- Place the stuffed bell peppers into a large, deep 3-quart saucepan.
- Pour the remaining 1¼ cups of vegetable juice around the bell peppers in the saucepan.
- Over medium-high heat, bring the saucepan contents to a boil, then lower the heat to maintain a simmer.
- Cover the saucepan and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the beef is fully cooked.
- Serve each bell pepper in a serving bowl, accompanied by some of the sauce from the pan.
Notes
Nutrition
Tips and Tricks
Substitutions: Ground turkey or chicken can replace beef. For a meat-free version, try tofu, beans, or corn.
Spices: Adjust spices to your taste. Add red pepper flakes for heat or smoked paprika for a mild flavor.
Rice Options: Use leftover rice to save time or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
Cheese Varieties: Try mozzarella for a creamy texture or cheddar for a sharper taste.
Meal Prep: Assemble the peppers beforehand and store them in the fridge for a quick cook-up later.
Storing: Keep leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Freezing: Freeze the assembled but uncooked peppers. Thaw in the fridge then cook as instructed.
Choosing Peppers: Select bell peppers with flat bottoms for stability while cooking. Trim the bottom slightly if necessary.
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