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Greek-Style Beef & Feta Stuffed Peppers



Serves: 1 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes


Ingredients


  • 100g lean minced beef

  • 2 large red or orange peppers, halved lengthways

  • 30g feta cheese, crumbled

  • 6 mushrooms, finely chopped

  • 100g chopped tomatoes

  • ½ medium onion, diced

  • 2 handfuls spinach or kale, roughly chopped

  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper


Method


  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.

  2. Slice the peppers in half lengthways and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them cut-side up on a baking tray, lightly brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  3. Roast the pepper halves for 8–10 minutes while preparing the filling.

  4. Heat the remaining olive oil in a frying pan. Add the onion and mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.

  5. Add the minced beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

  6. Stir in the oregano, smoked paprika and chopped tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  7. Add the spinach or kale and cook until wilted. Season to taste.

  8. Remove the peppers from the oven and spoon the beef mixture into each half.

  9. Scatter the feta over the top and return to the oven for 12–15 minutes until the peppers are tender and the feta is lightly golden.

  10. Serve immediately with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables.


Nutritionist’s Notes


These stuffed peppers provide a balanced combination of protein, vegetables and healthy fats in a simple Mediterranean-inspired meal. The beef supplies highly bioavailable iron, zinc and vitamin B12, while the peppers contribute vitamin C, which supports iron absorption.


Feta adds flavour and creaminess without the need for heavy sauces, and the inclusion of leafy greens helps increase overall micronutrient intake.


Variations


  • Swap the beef for lamb mince for a richer flavour.

  • Add olives and fresh parsley for a more traditional Mediterranean profile.

  • Use courgette or aubergine in place of mushrooms.

  • Replace feta with goat’s cheese if preferred.

  • Add chilli flakes for extra heat.


Approximate Nutrition Per Serving


  • Calories: 450–550 kcal

  • Protein: 35–40g

  • Fat: 20–25g

  • Carbohydrates: 20–25g

  • Fibre: 8–10g


A protein-rich Mediterranean-inspired meal packed with colourful vegetables, beef and feta cheese. 

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