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Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers in a casserole dish

Easy Everyday | 03.03.19

Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers

Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers loaded with savory ground turkey, wholesome spinach, and sweet pine nuts. This recipe is easy to make and perfect to take on-the-go!

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Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers in a white casserole dish

Looking for a healthy dinner recipe that can be made in 30 minutes or less? These Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers are heavenly! I’m loving how easy they are to make and the fact that they can be meal prepped. So perfect for our busy lifestyles!

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Ground turkey in skillet with spinach

These Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers are great for a quick, easy healthy dinner recipe!

Now that we have a baby, we basically have ZERO time to make dinner from scratch. I’m not sure how other moms do it! All I know is that weekend meal prep is my new way of life and I’m not complaining. I ended up making these Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers in advance, refrigerating them, and then had them ready to go for throughout the week.

If you’re into making a big dinner recipe once or twice a week and then having it for the rest of the week, then these Whole30 Stuffed Peppers are for you!

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Sweet peppers cut in half sitting on a white surface

What You Need to Make Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers:

  • Sweet peppers – You can use any but I prefer the red or yellow ones because they’re sweeter
  • ground turkey – It’s lean, delicious and gives added protein
  • spinach – Full of goodness and adds freshness
  • pine nuts – Give a nice texture and crunch
  • spices – Cayenne, Paprika, Chili Powder & Cumin, this spice blend gives so much flavor to these peppers and a nice spicy kick
  • casserole dish – Here’s the one I recommend

Close up of whole30 stuffed peppers

Can You Freeze These Stuffed Peppers?

Yes, You can prepare these peppers in advance (don’t bake them) and store them in the freezer in suitable containers. You can also bake them and store leftovers in the fridge. Enjoy them cold with salad or reheat in the oven.

I love these Rubbermaid Brilliance containers for storing these stuffed peppers in the refrigerator or freezer. They’re leak proof, airtight, and amazing for keeping food fresh!

Other Variations

These stuffed peppers are very versatile and can be adapted with different ingredients to change them up but still keeping them whole 30! Here are some ideas:

  • Kale
  • Ground chicken or beef
  • Sausage (check for added sugars and make sure whole30 compliant)
  • Leftover potatoes
  • Avocado
  • Green onions
  • Olives
  • Fresh homemade salsaSpicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers in a casserole dish

Looking for more Whole30 and Paleo recipes? Try out these Paleo Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls and this Easy Whole30 Breakfast Casserole!

Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers in a casserole dish
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Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers

Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers! These are SO easy to make and perfect for meal prep. Make them in 30 minutes! Also Paleo friendly and gluten free! 
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 262 kcal
Author: Christine McMichael

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 5 whole peppers
  • 1 Tbsp crushed pine nuts

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Cook the ground turkey.
  • While the ground turkey is cooking, cut the peppers in halves and clean out the middle of each one.
  • Set one pepper aside and finely chop.
  • When the turkey is almost finished cooking, add in the spinach and finely chopped pepper.
  • Add in the ground pepper, cayenne, paprika, chili powder, garlic, and cumin.
  • Stuff each pepper half with the turkey mixture and top with pine nuts.
  • Bake for 20 minutes (or until peppers are nearly soft).
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Video

Notes

Storage - You can prepare these peppers in advance (don't bake them) and store them in the freezer in suitable containers. You can also bake them and store leftovers in the fridge. Enjoy them cold with salad or reheat in the oven.
Serving Size - One serving equals two whole peppers (four halves).
 

Nutrition

Calories: 262 kcal
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64 Comments

  1. Jeri lynn Dale says:

    February 16, 2021 at 9:22 am

    5 stars
    I made the southwest stuffed peppers, the only thing I added was grayed pepper Jack cheese on them before I baked them. It was delicious, will make them again. I also posted the recipe on Facebook.

    Reply
  2. Priya Srinivasan says:

    February 26, 2020 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    Oh so lovely, look at those beautiful colors on them!! would be a lovely addition to party tables or a relaxed weekend brunch!!! Love the versatility here, so many options to use as stuffing!!!! Lovely recipe!!!

    Reply
  3. Choclette says:

    February 26, 2020 at 3:03 am

    5 stars
    Go you, it’s tough finding time to do anything with a baby. But food is so important, so planning well and getting prepared is a good way to go. Loved stuffed peppers and yours look beautifully vibrant.

    Reply
  4. Love Keil says:

    February 25, 2020 at 11:29 am

    WOw! These Spicy Southwest Whole30 Stuffed Peppers look so beautiful and delicious, love colorful dinner meals like this. Thank you for sharing this yummy recipe!

    Reply
  5. Beth says:

    January 12, 2020 at 5:24 am

    If you add spaghetti sauce, do you mix it with the filling and then bake?

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