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In today's fast-paced world, the concept of meal prepping has gained immense popularity among health-conscious individuals and busy families alike. The art of meal preparation allows cooks to streamline their weekly cooking, ensuring nutritious meals are readily available without the daily stress of cooking from scratch. Among the myriad of meal prep options, unstuffed pepper bowls have emerged as a top contender, providing a convenient, nutritious, and versatile meal solution that can easily cater to various dietary preferences.

Meal Prep Unstuffed Pepper Bowls

Get ready for a delicious and nutritious meal prep with these Unstuffed Pepper Bowls! Made with ground turkey or beef, quinoa or brown rice, black beans, and plenty of colorful veggies, this dish is packed with flavor thanks to spices like cumin and smoked paprika. It's easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Simply cook, portion, and enjoy throughout the week. Garnish with cheese and fresh herbs for added flavor!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb ground turkey or beef

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 bell pepper (any color), diced

1 cup quinoa or brown rice, rinsed

1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)

1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)

Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

In a large skillet or pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

    Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

      Stir in the ground turkey (or beef) and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles, about 5-7 minutes.

        Add the diced bell pepper, quinoa (or brown rice), diced tomatoes with their juice, black beans, corn, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients well.

          Pour in 2 cups of water or broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed. If using brown rice, follow the package instructions for cooking time.

            Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in half of the shredded cheese. This will melt into the dish for extra creaminess.

              Allow the mixture to cool slightly before portioning it into meal prep containers. Top each serving with the remaining shredded cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.

                Seal the containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days. To reheat, simply warm in the microwave until heated through.

                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 4-6