Description
Stuffed Pepper Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining the vibrant flavors of bell peppers, tender ground meat, and zesty tomatoes in a warm, hearty bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is customizable to suit any palate. In just under an hour, you can create a delicious meal that will warm your heart and satisfy your hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup diced onion (about 1 medium onion)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup uncooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano and basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onions until translucent; then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef or turkey to the pot, breaking it up as it cooks through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced bell peppers, canned tomatoes (with juices), and vegetable broth. Mix well.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Incorporate uncooked rice into the mixture. Allow to simmer gently for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Serve hot in bowls or mugs, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg