Stuffed peppers with a twist? Try this recipe, as an alternative to the traditional stuffed peppers you often find in the Mediterranean region.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers, halved and deseeded
• 300g lean ground turkey
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or rice (optional for added carbs)
• 1/4 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or dairy-free cheese
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Arrange bell pepper halves on a baking tray.
2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook turkey until browned, then stir in spinach until wilted.
3. Add cooked quinoa or rice (if using), tomato sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper to the turkey mixture.
4. Fill each pepper half with the turkey mixture, topping with shredded cheese.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.