One-Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup with Ground Beef
A comforting Whole30 and Paleo-friendly soup that captures the flavors of stuffed peppers, featuring ground beef, bell peppers, and tomatoes simmered to perfection. This american-inspired soups (whole30, paleo) ready in about 50 minutes pairs avocado oil, ground beef, yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14 oz diced tomatoes (canned, no salt added)
- 4 cups beef broth (Whole30 compliant)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 cup diced yellow onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 3: Add 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 cup diced red bell pepper, and 1 cup diced green bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes until peppers begin to soften.
- Step 4: Pour in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices and 4 cups Whole30-compliant beef broth. Stir in 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1 tsp dried basil.
- Step 5: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then ladle into bowls and serve warm for a hearty, wholesome meal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup with Ground Beef 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 One-Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup with Ground Beef?
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 avocado oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup with Ground Beef?
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 One-Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup with Ground Beef for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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.
Is One-Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup with Ground Beef whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, paleo, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
