Description
Satisfy your cravings with these Bell Pepper Nachos, a colorful and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Instead of traditional tortilla chips, fresh bell peppers serve as the perfect base for seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and a variety of tasty toppings. Not only are these nachos low in carbs and gluten-free, but they also pack a punch of flavor that makes them an excellent choice for any occasion—be it game day, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers. With customizable options to suit everyone’s taste, this dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper
- Chili powder and cumin
- Diced tomatoes
- Red onion
- Black olives
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Halve the bell peppers and arrange cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned; season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
- Distribute the cooked beef evenly into each pepper half.
- Top with cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onions, and olives.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with sour cream and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bell pepper half (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg