Description
Warm your soul with this vibrant High Protein Stuffed Pepper Soup, a delightful blend of bell peppers, lean protein, and spices that creates a comforting meal in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Dice the bell peppers and onion, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Brown Your Protein: Add ground turkey or chicken to the pot. Cook until browned and no longer pink, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add Veggies & Spices: Stir in diced bell peppers along with cumin and paprika. Cook for another 3 minutes until peppers start to soften.
- Simmer Away: Pour in diced tomatoes (including juices) and vegetable broth. Add black beans. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve & Enjoy: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve with crusty bread or over cooked rice for a filling meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra protein, consider adding quinoa or chickpeas. - Adjust spice levels by adding jalapeños for heat or more paprika for a smoky flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.