Unstuffed Peppers
A simpler take on classic stuffed peppers, with ground meat, rice, and flavorful seasonings. A convenient and delicious meal.
Allowed for Ideal Protein phases 1 to 3.
Serving size
Ingredients
- 1 cup Green and Red Bell Peppers
- 8 oz. Ground Beef
- ½ cup Leeks
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 8 oz. Cann if Crushed Tomatoes
- Tomato Paste
- Flat Leaf Parsley
- 2 cups Cauliflower Rice
- To taste Salt and Pepper
- To taste Crushed Red Pepper – Alternatives Paprika, Cayenne or Aleppo Pepper
- 2 tsp. Olive Oil
Preparation
Step 1
Dice the green and red bell peppers, finely chop the leeks, and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until it’s browned and cooked through.
Step 3
To the same skillet, add the chopped leeks, garlic, and diced bell peppers. Sauté them for about 5 minutes or until they begin to soften.
Step 4
Stir in the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-10 minutes to combine the flavors.
Step 5
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
Step 6
Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet and stir well. Continue to cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the cauliflower rice is tender but not mushy.
Step 7
Before serving, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the unstuffed pepper mixture.
Step 8
Spoon the unstuffed peppers onto plates and enjoy your low-carb and nutritious meal.
