🍴 Recipe: Turkey & Veggie Stuffed Peppers
A high-protein, low-carb dinner that’s colorful, filling, and easy to prep ahead. Ingredients (4 servings): - 4 large bell peppers (any color) - 1 lb lean ground turkey - 1 cup cooked quinoa (or rice if preferred) - 1 small onion, diced - 1 zucchini, diced - 1 cup spinach, chopped - 1 cup tomato sauce - 1 tsp garlic powder - 1 tsp Italian seasoning - Salt & pepper to taste Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. 2. In a skillet, cook turkey until browned. Add onion, zucchini, and spinach. Cook until softened. 3. Stir in quinoa, tomato sauce, and seasonings. Mix well. 4. Stuff peppers with filling and place in a baking dish. 5. Cover with foil and bake for 30–35 minutes, until peppers are tender. Macros (per stuffed pepper): - Protein: 28g - Carbs: 22g - Fat: 8g - Calories: ~290 ✅ Quick Tip: Make extra filling and save it for lettuce wraps or meal prep bowls during the week!