Low-Carb, Keto Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers Recipe
These Low-Carb, Keto Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers are a flavorful and healthy twist on the classic cheeseburger. Mini sweet peppers are halved and filled with seasoned ground beef, baked to perfection, and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, making for a delicious, protein-packed meal that fits perfectly into a ketogenic diet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 stuffed pepper halves (serves 4-6) 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Stuffed Peppers
- 12 mini peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, grated with the juice
- 1 egg white (large)
Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
Topping
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Additional
- Olive oil spray
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and help with even cooking.
- Prepare Meat Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, ground cumin, grated onion including its juice, and the egg white. Mix thoroughly to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed and the mixture is cohesive.
- Prepare Peppers: Cut each mini pepper in half lengthwise and carefully remove all the seeds to create cavities for stuffing. Place the pepper halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Stuff Peppers: Fill each pepper half with the prepared beef mixture, pressing gently to fill the cavity completely and creating a flat top for even cooking.
- Bake Initial: Place the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, allowing the peppers to soften and the beef to cook through.
- Add Cheese and Final Bake: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tops of the stuffed peppers. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and slightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh burst of color and flavor. Serve warm and enjoy your keto-friendly stuffed peppers.
Notes
- Mini peppers can be substituted with small bell peppers, but cooking time may need adjustment due to size difference.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce overall fat content while maintaining flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the mozzarella or substitute with a non-dairy cheese alternative.
- Grating the onion with its juice adds moisture and flavor to the meat mixture without overpowering it.
- These stuffed peppers can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
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