Bell Pepper Nacho Boats
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Equipment: mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, microwave safe plate, microwave pan
Servings: 3 Serving Size: 6 bell pepper nachos
Ingredients:
3 bell peppers
1-pound lean ground turkey
Olive oil spray
1.5 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
¾ cup salsa, no sugar added
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, reduced- fat
Lime Juice to taste
Instructions:
1. Clean, remove seeds, core, and slice bell peppers into 6 vertical pieces. Set aside.
2. Spray pan with cooking spray. Add spices and cook ground turkey on medium high heat for 7-10 minutes, or until turkey loses its pink color and is cooked through.
3. Place bell peppers on microwave safe plate. Evenly distribute mixture amongst bell pepper boats. Top with cheese.
4. Cook in microwave for 1:00 minute, or until cheese is melted and peppers are hot.
5. Top with salsa and Enjoy!
Variations:
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeno peppers, diced avocado, fat- free Greek yogurt or sour cream.