Description
Easy Stuffed Pepper Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender bell peppers, savory ground meat, and aromatic spices in a rich broth. This cozy soup is perfect for chilly nights and family gatherings, evoking nostalgia with every spoonful. Quick to prepare and versatile, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking comfort food that warms both the body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 28 oz canned fire-roasted tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic.
- Add ground beef or turkey; cook until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in diced bell peppers, cumin, and paprika, cooking until the peppers soften (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in canned tomatoes and vegetable broth. Simmer for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Mix in cooked rice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg