Mountain Lion and Goat Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers
Roasted bell peppers filled with a savory mountain lion and goat cheese mixture, baked until tender and topped with fresh herbs for a balanced and flavorful entrée. This mediterranean-inspired beef (mediterranean) ready in about 50 minutes pairs ground mountain lion meat, softened goat cheese, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
- 10 oz ground mountain lion meat
- 4 large, tops cut off and seeds removed red bell peppers
- 4 oz, softened goat cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small, finely diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly brush 4 large red bell peppers with 1 tbsp olive oil inside and out, set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small finely diced yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent.
- Step 3: Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 10 oz ground mountain lion meat, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Stir in 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Remove skillet from heat and mix in 4 oz softened goat cheese and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
- Step 5: Stuff each pepper evenly with the meat and goat cheese mixture, place in a baking dish, and sprinkle the tops with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Step 6: Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is golden. Serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mountain Lion and Goat Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Mountain Lion and Goat Cheese Stuffed Bell 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 ground mountain lion meat from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mountain Lion and Goat Cheese Stuffed Bell 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 Mountain Lion and Goat Cheese Stuffed Bell 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 Mountain Lion and Goat Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers?
Mediterranean 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.
