Description
Stuffed Pepper Soup is a hearty and flavorful comfort meal that transforms the classic stuffed pepper into a warm, nourishing soup. Packed with ground beef, a vibrant mix of bell peppers, tomatoes, and savory spices, this easy-to-make dish offers a cozy, protein-rich dinner perfect for any night of the week. Simple to prepare, family-friendly, and ideal for leftovers, it combines wholesome ingredients in a versatile bowl of satisfying goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup rice or quinoa
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté the veggies and beef – Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
- Step 2: Add tomatoes and seasoning – Pour in diced tomatoes along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the beef and vegetables with the spices.
- Step 3: Pour in broth and bring to a simmer – Add beef broth to the pot and bring the soup to a gentle simmer to develop rich flavors.
- Step 4: Incorporate rice and cook until tender – Add rice (or chosen grain), cover the pot, and simmer until the grains are tender and have absorbed the broth.
- Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning – Before serving, taste the soup and adjust salt, pepper, or herbs as needed to achieve perfect balance.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm, and colorful bell peppers for best texture and sweetness.
- Brown the ground beef well to add rich caramelized flavor.
- Simmer gently to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
- Use homemade or high-quality beef broth for enhanced taste.
- If reheating leftovers, add rice later to avoid overcooking and mushiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Stuffed Pepper Soup, comfort food, ground beef soup, easy dinner, family-friendly soup, stuffed pepper recipe, healthy soup
