Tex-Mex Stuffed Peppers with Turkey & Black Beans hit the sweet spot between comfort food and functional nutrition. This dish fits beautifully into the Low-Carb Reset, Blood Sugar Balance Plan, Heart-Healthy Plan, and Anti-Inflammatory Reset. Lean ground turkey brings a solid protein punch while helping to lower saturated fat compared to traditional beef versions. Black beans contribute fiber, plant-based protein, and prebiotics to support digestion and metabolic stability. Bell peppers are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, which reduce inflammation and support immune function. With classic Tex-Mex spices and a melty finish (if cheese is added), this dish delivers big flavor without the blood sugar spike. Staying around 45g carbs and 500mg sodium per serving, it’s a colorful, crave-worthy meal that’s just as good for your body as it is for your taste buds.

Tex-Mex stuffed peppers with turkey and black beans topped with melted cheese

Tex-Mex Stuffed Peppers with Turkey & Black Beans

Bold Tex-Mex flavors shine in these hearty stuffed bell peppers, packed with lean turkey, fiber-rich black beans, and anti-inflammatory spices. A vibrant, blood sugar-friendly, and brain-boosting meal that's as comforting as it is energizing.

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Name: Tex-Mex Stuffed Peppers with Turkey & Black Beans
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers (halved and seeds removed); 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean); 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed); 1/2 cup cooked brown rice; 1/2 cup no-salt-added diced tomatoes; 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack (or light cheddar cheese); 2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp olive oil