Mini Bell Pepper Turkey Nachos
Mini Bell Pepper Turkey Nachos are a vibrant, healthier twist on traditional nachos, featuring crunchy mini bell peppers filled with seasoned ground turkey and melted cheese. Ideal for game nights or casual gatherings, this dish offers a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite. With easy preparation and customizable toppings, it’s a fun and satisfying snack everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until fully browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Arrange mini bell pepper halves cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Fill each pepper half generously with cooked turkey and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm topped with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 filled pepper halves (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg