Skinny Bell Pepper Nacho Boats
Skinny Bell Pepper Nacho Boats are a delightful and healthy twist on traditional nachos that are perfect for any occasion. These vibrant bell pepper boats are stuffed with flavor-packed lean ground turkey, aromatic spices, and melted cheese, making them an ideal guilt-free snack or appetizer. With minimal preparation and cooking time, you can enjoy a delicious dish that satisfies cravings while keeping calories in check. Whether it’s game day or a family dinner, these nacho boats will impress both kids and adults alike. Enjoy customizable toppings like jalapeños or avocado to elevate your snacking experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 bell peppers
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cup salsa (no sugar added)
- 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the bell peppers by removing seeds and slicing into six vertical pieces.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground turkey until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Combine cooked turkey with chili powder, cumin, black pepper, kosher salt, and salsa in a bowl.
- Stuff the bell pepper slices with the mixture and top each with grated cheese.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed pepper halves (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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