Description
All the flavor of nachos—none of the guilt. These bell pepper nacho boats are a light, low-carb spin on the classic, filled with seasoned lean turkey, zesty salsa, and melty cheese. Perfect as a wholesome snack or a fun, family-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
3 bell peppers (any color), halved and seeds removed
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp kosher or sea salt
¾ cup no-sugar-added salsa
1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cook turkey: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey until browned. Drain excess fat.
Season it: Add chili powder, cumin, pepper, salt, and salsa. Stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Assemble boats: Place bell pepper halves on the baking sheet. Fill each with turkey mixture and top with shredded cheese.
Bake: Cook for 15–20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and peppers are just tender.
Serve: Garnish with cilantro, avocado, or a dollop of Greek yogurt if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 boats
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 23g