Keto Stuffed Peppers are one of the easiest and most flavorful low carb dinners you can make. This recipe takes tender bell peppers and fills them with a savory mix of ground beef, cauliflower rice, and melted cheese for the ultimate keto-friendly comfort food. Unlike traditional stuffed peppers that use regular rice, this version is completely low carb and perfect for anyone following a ketogenic diet or simply cutting back on carbs.
Whether you call them keto stuffed bell peppers, low carb stuffed peppers, or just an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe is hearty, customizable, and family-approved.
What Makes These Stuffed Peppers Low Carb?
Stuffed peppers are often made with rice, which can add a lot of carbs. This recipe uses cauliflower rice instead, keeping the dish low carb while still giving it a hearty, rice-like texture. Whether you’re searching for keto stuffed bell peppers, low carb stuffed peppers, or even no carb stuffed peppers, this version fits into a keto lifestyle perfectly. With just a handful of net carbs per serving, these peppers make a satisfying and guilt-free dinner.
Easy Variations: Low Carb, Vegetarian, and Italian Style Keto Stuffed Peppers
This recipe is incredibly versatile. You can:
- Swap the meat: Try sausage, turkey, chicken, or venison.
- Make them vegetarian: Skip the meat and use mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini for keto vegetarian stuffed peppers.
- Change the flavor: Add salsa for Mexican keto stuffed peppers or marinara with sausage for Italian keto stuffed peppers.
- Adjust the carbs: Use only meat and cheese for no carb stuffed peppers or bulk them up with extra veggies.
No matter which version you choose, these keto friendly stuffed peppers are customizable and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients for Low-carb Stuffed Peppers
- Bell Peppers – Green, red, or yellow. Green peppers are the most keto friendly.
- Ground Beef or Sausage – A staple for classic stuffed peppers keto recipes.
- Cauliflower Rice – The perfect low carb swap for rice.
- Garlic & Onion – Add flavor without too many carbs.
- Seasonings – Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Tomato Sauce – Adds moisture and flavor.
- Mozzarella Cheese – Gooey, melty, and delicious.
These ingredients come together to create the best keto stuffed pepper recipe, a dish that’s hearty, filling, and still low carb.
How to Make Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers (Step-by-Step Instructions)
Step 1: Prepare the Bell Peppers
Start by washing your fresh bell peppers. Slice off the tops and carefully remove the seeds and membranes inside. For fewer carbs, use green bell peppers, though red, yellow, and orange work just as well for a sweeter flavor.
Tip: Boil the peppers for about 7 minutes to soften them slightly, then drain and set aside. Be careful not to overcook, or they may fall apart when stuffed.
Step 2: Brown the Meat
In a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat, brown your choice of ground meat. This recipe works well with ground beef, sausage, venison, or even ground turkey. Break the meat apart with a spatula as it cooks.
Step 3: Add Vegetables and Seasonings
Once the meat is browned, stir in diced onions, garlic, and your favorite keto-friendly seasonings. Cook everything together for 5–10 minutes until the onions soften and the flavors blend.
Step 4: Mix in the Cauliflower Rice and Sauce
Add cauliflower rice to the skillet for a low-carb swap that gives these keto stuffed peppers their classic texture. Stir in tomato sauce or marinara (choose a no-sugar-added brand or learn how to make your own sauce from Roma tomatoes for the best keto option). Simmer until heated through.
Step 5: Stuff the Bell Peppers
Place the softened peppers upright in a casserole baking dish. Carefully spoon the meat and cauliflower rice mixture into each pepper, filling them to the top.
Step 6: Top with Cheese and Bake
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese over each stuffed pepper. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Tips for the Best Keto Stuffed Pepper Recipe
- Use green bell peppers for the lowest carb stuffed peppers.
- Drain cauliflower rice and peppers well to avoid extra moisture.
- Try cream cheese or parmesan for different textures.
- Bake just until the cheese melts for perfectly tender peppers.
- Double the batch and freeze for easy keto meal prep.
These small tips ensure your keto friendly stuffed bell peppers come out perfect every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Stuffed Peppers Keto Friendly?
Yes! Stuffed peppers can easily be made keto friendly when you swap out traditional rice for a low carb option like cauliflower rice. With ground beef, cheese, and low carb veggies, this recipe keeps net carbs low while still delivering a filling, flavorful meal.
How Many Carbs Are in Keto Stuffed Peppers?
On average, one keto stuffed pepper has about 5–7 net carbs, depending on the size and color of the bell pepper used. Green peppers are the lowest in carbs, while red, yellow, and orange peppers are slightly higher but still keto friendly.
Can I Make Keto Stuffed Peppers Without Cauliflower Rice?
Yes, absolutely. Many readers prefer keto stuffed peppers with no cauliflower rice. You can replace it with extra veggies (like zucchini or mushrooms), shredded cabbage, or simply load up on more meat and cheese for a no-carb stuffed pepper.
What’s the Best Meat for Stuffed Peppers?
Ground beef is classic, but this recipe works great with ground turkey, Italian sausage, or even venison. For extra flavor, try mixing two meats together, such as sausage and beef, for a rich, savory filling.
Can You Freeze Keto Stuffed Peppers?
Yes! These stuffed peppers freeze well and make an excellent meal prep option. Bake them fully, let them cool, then wrap individually in foil or store in airtight containers. When ready to enjoy, reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick low carb dinner.
Are Green Bell Peppers Keto?
Yes, green bell peppers are the lowest carb option among bell peppers, making them a great choice for stuffed peppers. However, all bell pepper colors are still keto friendly in moderation, so you can mix and match for flavor and variety.
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Keto Stuffed Peppers
Make the best keto stuffed peppers with ground beef, cauliflower rice, and cheese. This easy low carb dinner recipe is flavorful and filling.
Ingredients
- 6 Bell Peppers
- 1 1/4 to 1 /2 Cups of Cauliflower Rice (depending on size of peppers)
- 4 tablespoons of Diced Garlic
- 2 Tablespoons of Garlic
- 2 Tablespoons of Onion Powder
- 1 Tablespoon of Italian Seasoning
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper
- 1 Small Onion
- 1 lb of Ground Meat
- 1 24 ounce can of Tomato Sauce
- 1 Cup of Mozzarella Cheese
Instructions
- Cut the tops off of bell peppers. Be sure to rinse them out completely before moving on to the next step.
- Boil the peppers until they are soft but be sure not to overcook them as they will fall apart. I usually boil them for about 7 minutes then I drain the water and set them aside to cool.
- Brown the meat. Add in the diced onions and garlic, as well as all of the seasonings. Cook together for about 5-10 minutes to ensure all of the flavors mix together and that the onions begin to soften up a bit then add in the sauce.
- Place the peppers in a casserole dish and fill them up with the meat and sauce mix.
- Top them with cheese and bake in an oven preheated to 375 degrees until the cheese on top is melted. This usually takes my oven about 10 minutes.
Notes
When cutting the peppers try to stay near the top, you can always go back and cut more off but it is impossible to add more once you have cut too much off.
Your cut doesn't have to be perfect, just remove the tops and hollow out each bell pepper. Be sure to rinse them out completely before moving on to the next step.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 358Total Fat 18gSaturated Fat 8gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 82mgSodium 1135mgCarbohydrates 22gFiber 5gSugar 9gProtein 29g
The nutrition in recipes is calculate by AI, mistakes happen. It is highly recommended to check carb counts to make sure these recipes fit into your diet. Also, if you are following a specific diet or have allergies to certain foods, be sure to do your research on products before considering it safe to consume.
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