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Protein-rich baked stuffed pepper
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baked stuffed pepper with ground meat (180 g) has 263 calories. That works out to 146 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.7 g of carbs, 15.1 g of protein, 15.5 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 61.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
263
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
15.7g
· 6% DV
Protein
15.1g
· 30% DV
Fat
15.5g
· 20% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 23% · Fat 53%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 263 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.5 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.58 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 459 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 263 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 200 g | 292 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 321 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 380 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 320 g | 467 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 526 kcal |
Calculated from 146 calories per 100 g.
Fill bell peppers with a mixture of ground meat, rice, onion, and seasonings, then bake them with a little liquid in the dish. Leave room for the rice to expand. A home-cooked version made from these basic ingredients is minimally processed.
No, rice is usually added uncooked after being rinsed; it cooks inside the peppers as they bake. Add enough liquid to the baking dish and avoid packing the filling tightly, so the rice has room to soften and expand.
No, bell peppers do not need to be boiled first. They soften in the oven as the filling cooks. Choose peppers that stand upright, or trim a very small amount from the base so they sit steadily without making a hole.
Cover the dish for most of the baking so the peppers and rice cook in the steam, then uncover it near the end if you want the tops to brown. Add liquid if the dish looks dry before the rice is tender.
Arrange the peppers snugly in a baking dish so they support one another. A dish that fits them closely works better than a wide tray; you can also level their bases by trimming only a little from the bottom.
Yes, you can fill the peppers ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake them. Add the baking liquid just before cooking, and allow extra time in the oven if the dish is still cold.
Baked stuffed peppers with ground meat keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate leftovers once they have cooled, and reheat them until the filling is hot throughout.
Yes, freeze cooked baked stuffed peppers with ground meat in airtight, portion-sized containers. Thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating. The peppers may become softer after freezing, but the filling should still be suitable to eat once thoroughly reheated.
A crisp salad, plain yogurt, or cacık goes well with baked stuffed peppers with ground meat and adds a fresh contrast to the warm filling. Serve bread or another starch on the side if you want a more substantial meal.
Yes, people with diabetes can include baked stuffed peppers with ground meat, but the rice in the filling contributes carbohydrates. The suitable portion can vary with medication and individual needs, so ask your clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
61.2mg · 68% DV
B12
1.4µg · 58% DV
B3
4.68mg · 29% DV
B6
0.43mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Zinc
3.24mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
194mg · 28% DV
Sodium
459mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
459mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Baked stuffed pepper with ground meat is a Turkish-style dish made by filling bell peppers with minced meat, often mixed with rice, onion and tomato, then baking them until tender. It brings the familiar flavours of stuffed vegetables together with a lightly browned top from the oven.
The pepper softens as the savoury filling cooks in its juices; serve it warm as a main, often with plain yoghurt or a fresh salad. It offers protein alongside vegetables and carbohydrates, with 8.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use a little less rice in the filling and add extra chopped vegetables.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.