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Turkey Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers with Cilantro-Lime Yogurt Sauce

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A crowd-pleasing favorite made healthier—these taco-inspired stuffed peppers are filled with lean turkey, black beans, and seasonings, then topped with a creamy cilantro-lime yogurt sauce. Great for meal prep and supporting energy, mood, and gut health.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • knife
  • skillet
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • baking dish
  • small dish

Ingredients

For the Stuffed Peppers:

  • 4 large bell peppers halved and seeds removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup cooked black beans
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes fresh or canned, or salsa
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 tsp chili powder or 2 tsp fajita seasoning in place of chili powder, cumin, and salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

For the Cilantro-Lime Yogurt Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Sauté onion and ground turkey in olive oil over medium heat until browned. Add spices, tomatoes, and beans. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Spoon mixture into halved bell peppers, then bake in a dish for 25–30 minutes until tender.
  • Mix yogurt sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  • Serve peppers with a drizzle of yogurt sauce and optional avocado slices.

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Notes

Nutritional Information per Serving (MyFitnessPal):
Calories: 256
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 16.5g
Protein: 31g
Course: dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: cilantro lime yogurt sauce, cortisol-friendly back-to-school meal, gut-healthy pepper recipe, healthy taco stuffed peppers, high-protein turkey dinner
Servings: 4
Calories: 256kcal