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Oven-baked peppers filled with bulgur; a plant-based dish rich in fiber and complex carbohydrates.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Oven-Baked Stuffed Peppers with Bulgur (250 g) has 275 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 43 g of carbs, 8 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 7.8 g of fiber. Its 112.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 125% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur are a Turkish home-style dish: sweet peppers are filled with bulgur, usually mixed with onion, tomato and herbs, then baked until tender. The filling varies from kitchen to kitchen, and the dish works well as a meat-free main or part of a shared meal.
Baking softens the peppers while the bulgur stays pleasantly hearty. In Turkey, it may be served warm with yoghurt or a crisp salad; it is also good at room temperature, especially when made with olive oil. Bulgur contributes complex carbohydrates and fibre, with 3.1 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter version, use a measured amount of oil and serve it with plenty of fresh salad.
Selected: 100 g
110
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
17.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 12% · Fat 26%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
45mg · 50% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Folate
35µg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 110 calories in 100 g:
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NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28.3:1).
Oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur are made by filling hollow peppers with bulgur, onion, tomato, herbs, and seasoning, then baking until tender. Leave room in each pepper because the bulgur expands as it cooks.
Usually, bulgur does not need a separate soaking step for oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur. Add enough hot liquid to the filling and cover the baking dish for the first part of cooking so the grains soften without drying out.
Medium, sturdy bell peppers work best for oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur because they hold the filling and stand securely in a dish. Peppers of similar size are easier to cook evenly; trim the base only if needed to help them sit upright.
Parsley, mint, black pepper, and paprika are common choices for oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur. Tomato paste or chopped tomato gives the filling a savory base, while lemon juice added at serving can brighten the finished dish.
Set the peppers snugly in a baking dish so their sides support one another. For oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur, choose peppers with flat bottoms or use a small piece of crumpled foil to steady any that tilt.
Yes, you can assemble oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur ahead and refrigerate them before baking. Keep them covered, and add a little liquid to the dish if the filling looks dry before it goes into the oven.
Yes, leftover cooked bulgur can be used in oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur. Since it has already absorbed liquid, mix it with the vegetables and seasonings without adding as much extra liquid, or the filling may turn mushy.
Reheat oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur covered in the oven with a splash of water or broth in the dish. This keeps the peppers from drying out; heat until the filling is hot throughout before serving.
Yes, oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur freeze well once fully cooled. Freeze them in airtight portions, then thaw in the refrigerator and reheat covered; the peppers may soften more after freezing, but the filling remains suitable to eat.
Serve oven-baked stuffed peppers with bulgur with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or a cucumber dip. These sides bring freshness and contrast to the soft, savory filling without competing with its tomato and herb flavors.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.