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on Sep 28, 2023, Updated Nov 15, 2023
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Green bell pepper is a truly versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed raw or cooked in so many recipes. From Stuffed Peppers to Pepper Steak, we’ve rounded up the best Green Pepper Recipes for you to try.
Green pepper is one of our favorite ingredients. You can add them to stir-fries, soups, and casseroles, or even stuff them with other delicious food, top them with cheese, and then bake to perfection. If you have red or yellow bell pepper, you can find more bell pepper recipes here.
It’s time to transform the green peppers in your fridge into something special and delicious!
Best Green Pepper Recipes
Chipotle Fajita Veggies (Green Pepper And Onions)
Fajitas are a tasty meal that can be enjoyed with or without meat. This Chipotle copycat has all of the familiar flavors you love.
Serve it with warm tortillas or as a side for dinner!
Pepper Steak And Rice
Pepper steak and rice is a classic teppanyaki dish you’ll find in Japanese steakhouses. Flank steak is cooked with garlic, ginger, bell peppers and soy sauce. Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Canned chicken noodle soup makes these stuffed peppers extra easy. They’re hearty, delicious and are ready to enjoy in just 40 minutes.
Creamy Chicken Pasta With Bell Peppers
This comforting pasta fish features chicken and bell peppers in a creamy sauce with parmesan. It’s perfect as a weeknight dinner to feed the entire family!
Roasted Peppers
Have you made roasted bell peppers? This step-by-step guide shows you how to get the best results using simple seasonings like garlic, olive oil and oregano. Yum!
Sauteed Green Pepper
Learn how to make the best sauteed bell peppers with this easy recipe. It’s a fabulous low-carb side that pairs with so many main dishes.
Chinese Sweet And Sour Chicken
Everyone’s favorite Chinese take-out dish is incredibly easy to make at home! It has all of the classic sweet and sour flavors you love, and takes just 30 minutes to make!
Sofrito Recipe
This classic Puerto Rican condiment adds delicious flavor to soups, stews, and rice dishes. The recipe makes about five cups of sofrito.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Fajitas made on a sheet pan are incredibly easy. Just load the veggies and chicken onto a sheet pan, toss with the oil and seasonings, and bake until done! Serve the fajitas with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Philly Cheesesteak Recipe
This Philly cheesesteak is a delicious combination of the classic sandwich. The steak is thinly sliced and the cheese is melty and delicious. Serve it warm on soft hoagie rolls.
Stuffed Green Peppers
These stuffed green peppers are loaded with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, rice, and shredded cheese. All you need is a fresh garden salad for a healthy and delicious meal!
Crock Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
The flavors of this simple soup taste just like stuffed peppers! It’s hearty, filling, and cooks up easily in a crock pot. Serve it with crusty bread for an easy weeknight meal.
Keto Pizza Bowls
These keto pizza bowls are sure to cure your cravings for regular pizza. They’re cheesy, satisfying, and have just 8 grams of net carbs per serving.
Green Pepper Casserole
Casseroles are the answer to busy weeknight meals. This stuffed pepper casserole checks all the boxes – it’s hearty, comforting, and is ready to enjoy in about an hour.
Green Pepper Pizza
This vegetarian-friendly pizza has a delicious homemade crust and is topped with onions, green peppers, and two kinds of cheese. Add more toppings to suit your taste!
Spicy Green Pepper Stir Fry
You’ll love the spicy flavors of this green pepper stir fry. It takes about 45 minutes to make and is delicious served alongside steamed rice.
Ground Beef Stuffed Green Pepper Skillet
If you love stuffed bell peppers, then try this skillet recipe. The same flavors come together in a single pan with far less effort. You can serve either as a side or main dish!
Ground Turkey and Peppers
This recipe is a hearty combination of ground turkey with green bell peppers, with delicious chipotle seasonings. You can serve with steamed rice or noodles for a scrumptious dinner idea!
Italian Sausage Peppers And Onions
Italian sausage, peppers and onions – what’s not to like? You can serve this versatile dish with pasta, rice or potatoes to make a hearty weeknight dinner the entire family will love.
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed bell peppers are a staple of many vegetarian diets for a reason. They’re tasty, attractive and family-friendly. Plus, you can make them ahead of time for meal prep or a freezer meal on the go.
Shrimp And Pepper Stir-Fry
Shrimp and bell peppers are a classic combination that’s vibrant, colorful and flavorful. This one-pan stir fry brings these ingredients together with an irresistible tangy sauce.
Greek Salad
Green salad is a great way to add green peppers to your diet. This recipe uses simple ingredients like romaine lettuce, feta and olives for big flavor with minimal effort!
Indian Capsicum Curry Recipe
Have you ever had aloo shimla mirch? It’s a vegan Indian curry made with potatoes, tomatoes and green peppers. Serve it hot with roti flatbread or countless other dishes!
Corn Salsa
Move over pico de gallo – it’s time for corn salsa! This recipe resembles Chipotle’s, using finely diced bell peppers and onions with fresh lime juice. Serve with seafood, meats, salads and more!
Green Pepper Calories
One medium green pepper, or one cup chopped has approximately 30 calories according to the USDA. One cup of cooked green pepper contains about 70 calories (they shrink during cooking).
FAQs
Can you freeze green peppers whole?
You can freeze green peppers whole, but it’s best to blanch them beforehand for the best texture.
Start by blanching green peppers in boiling water for one minute. Then cool in an ice bath. Pat dry with paper towels and place in sealed ziptop bags. Freeze for up to 6 months.
How do you store fresh green peppers?
Store fresh green peppers in the bottom of the refrigerator or crisper drawer. If you place them in a half-closed ziptop bag, they will last for up to 2 weeks.
Are green peppers good for you?
Green peppers are very nutritious with benefits including vitamin C, vitamin A, antioxidants and dietary fiber, according to WebMD.
Green Bell Pepper Fajita Stir Fry Recipe
By: Izzy
Fajitas are a tasty meal that can be enjoyed with or without meat. This Chipotle copycat has all of the familiar flavors you love. Serve it with warm tortillas or as a side for dinner!
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 7 minutes mins
Total: 12 minutes mins
Servings: 4
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 green bell peppers , thinly sliced
- 1 large red onion , thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt , to taste
Instructions
In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until it’s shimmering and very hot.
Add sliced bell pepper and red onions.
Toss them around and cook for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Season with oregano and salt to taste. Stir and cook for about 2 more minutes until the veggies are slightly softened but still look bright.
Remove from heat. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 225IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.4mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
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I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.
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