Last Updated on May 28, 2025 by Toya
You have to try out these yummy keto stuffed bell peppers made with nutritious bell peppers, ground beef and cheese. If you’re looking for a simple keto lunch, dinner or snack with only 7.7g net carbs, then you have to try these out.
Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
When it comes to making easy and delicious recipes, this flavorful keto stuffed pepper recipe is a favorite in my home. I make these at least 2 times a month because my family loves them so much!
And I don’t mind because bell peppers are so great to add to any diet and the recipe is not only quick to make, but, it also is a less messy recipe with I really appreciate.
The best part is that this recipe only contains 7.7g net carbs per serving which will definitely help to stay below the daily carb limit easily.
Can I eat Bell Peppers on the Keto Diet?
Yes, you can eat bell peppers on the keto diet. In fact, bell peppers are actually quite low in carbs according to Food data central.
How Many Carbs Are In Bell Peppers?
The carbs in bell peppers are as follows:
- Carbs in green bell pepper – There are 2.94g net carbs in each 100g of green bell peppers.
- Carbs in red bell pepper – There are 3.93g net carbs in each 10g of red bell peppers.
- Carbs in yellow bell pepper – There are 5.42 g net carbs in each 100g yellow bell peppers.
- Carbs in orange pepper – There are 5.3 net carbs in each 100g orange bell peppers
Nothing beats delicious homemade cooking and this amazing comfort food recipe for stuffed bell peppers.
These sweet peppers are filled with a mixture of ground beef, sugar-free tomato sauce, and some cheddar cheese for a classic dish that simply deserves to be a part of your menu.
Although this may look like a complicated recipe, I assure you that this recipe is as simple as it gets. You do not need to have any fancy equipment or cooking skills and the recipe is so simple even the absolute beginner can make it with astonishing results.
The recipe is also a great way to incorporate more veggies and fibers into your diet if you feel like you’ve been slacking.
And, lastly, this stuffed pepper recipe is kid-friendly as it does not contain any spice or flavors that are too intense.
Tips and Tricks
The meat – instead of beef you can use the mix of beef and pork in equal proportions. You can also use ground chicken if you like.
The cheese – for a more gourmet version of this recipe top the stuffed peppers with mozzarella or brie cheese.
The tomato sauce in the recipe is there just to make the meat juicier. If you want to omit the tomato sauce, use the beef broth for simmering instead. It will do just fine. You can also use some fresh tomatoes as well to add some more texture and flavor to the stuffed pepper filling. If you need some keto friendly tomato such this is the one I recommend. It has no added sugars, tastes amazing and contains only super clean ingredients like Italian whole peeled tomatoes, Olive oil, Onions, Salt, Garlic, Basil, Black pepper and Oregano!
I like using Rao’s Sugar-Free Marinara for low carb recipes. It’s rich and flavorful, and doesn't sneak in sugar like some other other sauces.
Cooking – the cooking time here is 25 minutes. The peppers are cooked just enough to leave them a bit crisp, but if you want them really soft, cook the bell peppers for up to 40 minutes.
Tools I Used For The Recipe
My go-to measuring cups and spoons – If your seasoning ever feels off, it’s probably your tools. These are super accurate and make all the difference for keto recipes like this one.
Whether you're whipping up a batch of keto cookies or pancakes or measuring out ingredients for a savory dish, this Stainless Steel Measuring Cups & Spoons Set is exactly what you need! It's durable, easy to clean, and the set includes every size you'll need!!
Sharp knife – This tools makes slicing the bell peppers quick and easy.
Glass mixing bowls – You need these to store the various prepared ingredients before cooking.
Non-stick baking dish – Any good non stick baking dish will work here.
A large skillet & Wooden spoon- You need a skillet to cook the ground meat before it’s placed inside the bell peppers.
Ingredients For Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
To make these low carb stuffed bell peppers, these are all the ingredients you will need:
- 0.5lb. ground beef
- 3 bell peppers, green, red, and yellow
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/3 cup sugar-free tomato sauce (I highly recommend Rao’s Sugar-Free Marinara)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
How to Make Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
To start, first gather all your ingredients in one place and preheat the oven to 350F.
Pro tip: Accuracy matters, especially for keto recipes. I use this affordable, super reliable set of measuring cups and spoons to make sure every ingredient is spot on.
Next, heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Then add the beef and cook until it has browned.
Then add in the onion powder, parsley, and tomato sauce. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes, then season to taste. I recommend Rao’s Sugar-Free Marinara for this step — the flavor is amazing and it doesn’t kick you out of ketosis like hidden sugar sauces can.
Next, cut the bell pepper tops and remove the seeds using a spoon.
Once this is done, fill the peppers with the ground beef mixture and place the peppers in a greased baking dish. Cover and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove the lid or cover and sprinkle the top of the stuffed peppers with the cheese. Then bake for another 5 minutes.
When the time is up, pull out of the oven and serve these keto stuffed bell peppers warm.
How to Store Keto Stuffed Peppers
Fridge: To store the stuffed peppers place them in a fridge, in an airtight container for 3 days.
Freezer: You can also place them in a freezer in an airtight container up to 1 month.
I use these for storing all my leftovers. The snap-lock lids are super secure (no spills ever!), and I love that they’re safe for the microwave, oven, freezer, and dishwasher!
How to Reheat
To reheat these stuffed bell peppers, you can use either your oven or your microwave.
To reheat the keto stuffed bell peppers in the oven, turn your oven to 350 degrees F and place the peppers in for about 15 minutes.
To reheat in the microwave, place each stuffed pepper in individually on high heat for about 3 minutes.
How Many Carbs are in Stuffed Bell Peppers?
Most low carb stuffed pepper recipes, made with keto friendly ingredients are under 10 grams of carbs per serving. This particular recipe is made with low carb ingredients and does not use any tomatoes (which can increase the carbs found in a recipe).
Therefore, there are only 7.7g net carbs in every serving of these low carb stuffed peppers.
What to Serve With Keto Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers
You can serve these keto stuffed peppers with many sides such as:
- Low carb bread slices or keto bread rolls
- Side salads such as keto cucumber salad or this easy keto spinach and strawberry salad
- Fries such as zucchini fries or jicama fries
- Also serve with roasted veggies like artichokes or asparagus
Final Thoughts
When it comes to making easy recipes on keto, nothing beats this keto stuffed peppers recipe. It is made using only easy to find ingredients and this recipe is truly one that the entire family can enjoy, even those who aren’t following a keto lifestyle.
So, if you’re looking for quick keto dinner ideas that don’t break the bank but also taste amazing, then try this easy low carb stuffed pepper recipe and let me know how you like it in the comments below!
More stuffed pepper recipes
Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
You have to try out these yummy keto stuffed bell peppers made nutritious bell peppers, ground beef and cheese. If you’re looking for a simple keto lunch, dinner or snack with only 7.7g net carbs, then you have to try these out.
Ingredients
- 0.5lb. ground beef
- 3 bell peppers, green, red, and yellow
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/3 cup sugar-free tomato sauce] (I highly recommend [Rao’s Sugar-Free Marinara)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- To start, preheat the oven to 350°F and measure out all the ingredients using these super accurate measuring cups and spoons — they're my go-to for getting the perfect results every time.
- Next, heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Then add the beef and cook until it has browned.
- Then add in the onion powder, parsley, and sugar free tomato sauce (I use this one from Amazon — no added sugar and tons of flavor). Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes, then season to taste.
- Next, cut the bell pepper tops and remove the seeds using a spoon.
- Once this is done, fill the peppers with the ground beef mixture and place the peppers in a greased baking dish. Cover and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the lid or cover and sprinkle the top of the stuffed peppers with the cheese. Then bake for another 5 minutes.
- When the time is up, then pull out of the oven and serve these keto stuffed bell peppers warm.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepperAmount Per Serving: Calories: 266Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 306mgCarbohydrates: 9.2gNet Carbohydrates: 7.7gFiber: 1.5gSugar: 1.7gProtein: 26.6g