Print

Easy Gluten-Free Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef, Rice, and Cheese

Easy Gluten-Free Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef, Rice, and Cheese
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

These gluten-free stuffed peppers are a quick and hearty weeknight meal. Packed with lean ground beef, fluffy basmati rice, and melted cheddar cheese, they’re perfect for satisfying the whole family. Customizable and budget-friendly, this recipe is ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

Scale

8 large bell peppers (any color you like!)
2 cups cooked basmati rice (from 1 cup dry rice)
1 pound lean ground beef, or chuck
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1/2 cup diced sweet yellow onions
1/2 cup diced celery
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Place the peppers in a baking dish.
Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers, onions, and celery; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, oregano, basil, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Mix half of the cheddar cheese into the beef mixture and set aside.
Spoon the rice and beef mixture into the hollowed peppers, filling each about 3/4 full. Top with remaining cheese.
Transfer to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until peppers are tender and cheese is golden.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with cooked lentils or mushrooms.
Customize with additional veggies or spices to suit your taste.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://bestdisheasy.com/gluten-free-stuffed-peppers-with-ground-beef-rice-and-cheese/