Description
Delight in the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with a healthy twist in this Low-Carb, Keto Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers Recipe. These vibrant mini peppers are filled with seasoned ground beef and gooey cheese, making them an ideal dinner option for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Not only are they low in carbs, but they are also quick to prepare and kid-friendly, ensuring everyone at the table will enjoy them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion (grated)
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking sheet with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, grated onion (with juice), egg white, and spices; mix well.
- Halve and seed the mini peppers.
- Fill each pepper half with the beef mixture and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until the peppers soften and the beef cooks through.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and return to the oven for an additional 3-4 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed pepper halves (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground turkey for leaner protein or add vegetables like spinach for extra nutrition. For added flavor, sprinkle chili powder into the beef mixture or top with fresh herbs before serving.