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Taco Stuffed Peppers

A flavorful and healthy twist on traditional tacos, these stuffed bell peppers are filled with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and topped with a fresh and spicy guacamole.

Maker: @shredhappens

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Taco Stuffed Peppers

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

25 min

Servings

Tags

DinnerLow-CarbMexican

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45 min estimated total time for 4 servings.

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Ingredients

  • 4 peppers bell peppers
  • 1 lb grassfed ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 cup cheese
  • guacamole
  • 2 peppers jalapeños
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 limes lime juice
  • 1 tsp chile lime seasoning
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 small lime
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 425°F (428°F).
  2. 2
    Cut 4 bell peppers in half, scoop out the seeds and membranes, and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. 3
    Bring a large pot of water to a boil, remove from heat, and blanch the bell peppers for 5-6 minutes to soften them.
  4. 4
    Remove the peppers from the water, tap them to remove excess moisture, and set them aside on the baking sheet.
  5. 5
    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium-high heat.
  6. 6
    Add 1 pound of grassfed ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  7. 7
    Once the beef is browned, add 1 packet of taco seasoning and stir to combine.
  8. 8
    Cook the beef mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the flavors are fully incorporated.
  9. 9
    Stuff each bell pepper half with about 3 ounces of the beef mixture.
  10. 10
    Top each pepper with cheese and place the baking sheet in the oven.
  11. 11
    Bake the peppers for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. 12
    While the peppers are baking, prepare the guacamole by mashing 1 ripe avocado in a bowl with the juice of 1 small lime, 2 cloves of finely minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  13. 13
    Stir in a handful of chopped fresh cilantro and set the guacamole aside.
  14. 14
    Remove the peppers from the oven and top each one with a spoonful of guacamole, a sprinkle of jalapeños, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chile lime seasoning.
  15. 15
    Serve the taco stuffed peppers hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.