Low Carb Lunch: Egg and Cheese Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Bell pepper halves filled with egg and cheese, baked until set. A colorful low carb lunch that uses the pepper as both vessel and vegetable.

Cook 40 min Difficulty EASY 285 kcal
#vegetarian #low carb #diabetic friendly #mediterranean
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • bell peppers 3 pieces
  • large eggs 6 pieces
  • shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup
  • baby spinach 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 1 tbsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • ground black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 9 g 12%
Protein 16 g 22%
Fat 19 g 60%
Serving size 210g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Slice the bell peppers in half vertically, remove seeds and membranes, then brush the inside of each half lightly with olive oil.

  3. 3

    Arrange the pepper halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish. Layer a handful of baby spinach into the bottom of each pepper half.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, whisk eggs with salt and black pepper until fully combined. Pour the egg mixture evenly into the pepper halves, filling them about three-quarters full.

  5. 5

    Top each filled pepper half with shredded cheddar cheese, then bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until the eggs are just set and the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Let cool 5 minutes before serving for best texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The bell peppers are the hallmark ingredient, serving as both vessel and vegetable. Combined with eggs and cheddar cheese, they define the dish's flavor and provide a contrasting texture and vibrant color.
Q. How should I control the baking time to avoid overcooked eggs?
To ensure tender eggs that are not rubbery, start checking the peppers at the 28-minute mark. Bake just until the eggs are set in the center and the cheese is golden; if the eggs puff and pull away from the sides, they are likely overcooked.
Q. How can I prevent the peppers from becoming soggy?
Brushing the inside lightly with olive oil and baking at 375°F allows the peppers to cook through without becoming waterlogged. Avoid overfilling with egg mixture and give the stuffed peppers a few minutes to rest after baking so excess moisture redistributes.
Q. What are the nutrition stats per serving?
Each serving (210g) has approximately 285 kcal, with 9g carbohydrates (12%), 16g protein (22%), and 19g fat (60%), making this a balanced low carb lunch option.
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