Stuffed Bell Pepper

A quick and easy stuffed bell pepper recipe made with seasoned ground beef, tomato paste, and melted cheese, baked until tender and served over a bed of rice for a simple, protein-packed dinner.

A deliciously baked stuffed red bell pepper filled with seasoned ground beef, guacamole, and melted cheese, served over a bed of fluffy rice with fresh herbs.

If you're looking for an easy, high-protein dinner that doesn't require too much time in the kitchen, these ground beef stuffed bell peppers are one of my favorites! Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, they're packed with flavor and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

I love using red bell peppers for their natural sweetness, but you can use any color you prefer. The combination of seasoned ground beef, tender roasted bell peppers, and melted cheese makes this dish so satisfying. Serve it over a bed of rice, and you have a delicious, well-balanced meal that the whole family can enjoy!

Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers Ingredients

For the Ground Beef Filling

• Ground beef

• Avocado oil

• Salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 3 tablespoons water

For the Stuffed Bell Peppers

• 4 bell peppers, any color (I used red)

• Avocado oil, for drizzling

• Shredded cheese, for topping

For Serving

• Cooked rice, or your preferred side

Yasi preparing a delicious batch of stuffed red bell peppers, filled with seasoned ground beef and topped with shredded cheese, ready for baking.

Stuffed Bell Pepper Instructions

1. Cook the ground beef.

   Heat a drizzle of avocado oil in a stainless steel pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt and black pepper.

   Cook for approximately 6 minutes, breaking apart the meat as it cooks, until browned and fully cooked through.

   
   

2. Add the tomato paste.

   Add 1 tablespoon of tomato paste and 3 tablespoons of water to the cooked ground beef.

   Stir everything together until the meat is evenly coated in the tomato mixture. Allow it to cook together briefly, then remove from the heat and set aside.

   
   

3. Prepare the bell peppers.

   Wash and cut the 4 bell peppers in half, removing the seeds and inner membranes.

   I personally love using red bell peppers for their slightly sweet flavor, but feel free to use any color you like!

   
   

4. Bake the bell peppers.

   Preheat your oven to 350°F.

   Line a baking tray with parchment paper and arrange the bell peppers evenly across the tray. Drizzle with avocado oil, making sure the peppers are evenly coated.

   Place them in the oven and bake for 10 minutes to allow the peppers to begin softening before adding the filling.

   
   

5. Stuff the bell peppers.

   Carefully remove the bell peppers from the oven.

   Spoon the cooked ground beef mixture evenly into each pepper, filling them generously. Top each stuffed bell pepper with shredded cheese.

   
   

6. Bake until the cheese melts.

   Return the stuffed bell peppers to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the peppers are tender.

   
   

7. Serve & Enjoy.

   Remove the stuffed bell peppers from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.

   Serve over a bed of warm rice or alongside your favorite side dish for a simple, delicious, and protein-packed dinner!

   
   

Final Thoughts

These ground beef stuffed bell peppers are proof that you don't need complicated ingredients to make a delicious and satisfying meal. The combination of savory ground beef, sweet roasted bell peppers, and melted cheese creates the perfect balance of flavors in every bite.

I especially love this recipe for busy weeknights when I want something homemade without spending hours in the kitchen. It's easy to prepare, packed with protein, and can be paired with rice or whatever you have on hand. A simple dinner recipe that I never get tired of making!