Beef and Mint Stuffed Peppers
Bell peppers filled with herbed ground beef and roasted until tender, served with a minty yogurt drizzle. This middle eastern-inspired beef ready in about 45 minutes pairs large bell peppers, ground beef, fresh mint for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 12 oz ground beef
- 3 tbsp fresh mint
- 1/2 cup red onion
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut tops off bell peppers and remove seeds; set aside. Finely chop 1/2 cup red onion and sauté in 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes until soft.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 12 oz ground beef, 1/2 cup sautéed onion, 3 tbsp chopped mint, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Divide mixture evenly among peppers and place in a baking dish.
- Step 3: Bake uncovered for 25 minutes until peppers are tender. Stir 1/4 cup plain yogurt with 1 tbsp water and drizzle over peppers before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef and Mint Stuffed Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Beef and Mint Stuffed Peppers?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large bell peppers from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beef and Mint Stuffed Peppers?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Beef and Mint Stuffed Peppers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Beef and Mint Stuffed Peppers?
Middle Eastern beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
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