MINI BELL PEPPER LOADED TURKEY

Loaded mini bell pepper nachos – game changer!! These low-carb nachos are loaded with turkey taco meat, cheese and all your favorite nacho toppings!



INGREDIENTS:

olive oil spray
1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 onion, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup chicken broth
21 mini rainbow peppers, halved and seeded (about 13 oz seeded)
1 cup sharp shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tbsp light sour cream, thinned with 1 tbsp water
2 tbsp sliced black olives
1 jalapeno, sliced thin (optional)
chopped cilantro, for garnish



DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400F and line a large baking try with parchment or aluminum foil. Lightly spray with oil.
Spray oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add onion, garlic and cilantro and saute about 2 minutes, add ground turkey, salt, garlic powder, cumin and cook meat for 4 to 5 minutes until meat is completely cooked through. Add 1/4 cup of tomato sauce and chicken broth, mix well and simmer on medium for about 5 minutes, remove from heat.
Meanwhile, arrange mini peppers in a single layer, cut-side up close together.
Fill each with cooked ground turkey mixture, then top with shredded cheese and jalapeno slices, if using.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese is melted.
Remove from oven and top with black olives, sour cream and cilantro. Serve immediately.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Yield: 6 servings, Serving Size: 7 nachos

Amount Per Serving:
Smart Points: 5
Points +: 5
Calories: 187
Total Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 62mg
Sodium: 418mg
Carbohydrates: 6.5g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 0.5g
Protein: 18g