Stuffed Pepper Salad

Name: Stuffed Pepper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning; 3 bell peppers, chopped; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls, drained; 1 cup cooked long-grain white rice; 1/4 cup Italian vinaigrette dressing

All the flavors of classic Italian-American stuffed peppers tossed into a fresh salad with seasoned beef, crisp bell peppers, and mozzarella.

25 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
3 bell peppers, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls, drained
1 cup cooked long-grain white rice
1/4 cup Italian vinaigrette dressing

Instructions

1

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 lb lean ground beef and 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning.
2

Cook the lean ground beef for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
3

Transfer the cooked lean ground beef to a plate and let it cool for 5 minutes.
4

In a large bowl, combine 3 chopped bell peppers, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1 cup drained fresh mozzarella pearls, and 1 cup cooked long-grain white rice.
5

Add the cooled lean ground beef, pour in 1/4 cup Italian vinaigrette dressing, and toss gently to serve.

Questions

Can I make Stuffed Pepper Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls, drained. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Stuffed Pepper Salad keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Stuffed Pepper Salad?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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