Ingredients
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- 2 cups bell peppers (chopped) – mix of red, yellow, and green
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Cheddar cheese for topping
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground meat; cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until peppers soften.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and broth; mix well.
- Add uncooked rice and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving hot, topped with cheddar cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with beans or lentils. Enhance flavor with spices like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.