Healthy Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe
This Healthy Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup is a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for busy days. Packed with ground turkey, bell peppers, tomatoes, black beans, and rice, it combines classic stuffed pepper flavors into a hearty soup. Slow cooked to perfection, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers a warm, flavorful dish that’s both satisfying and healthy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 3 medium bell peppers (red, green, yellow), diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce (no-salt-added preferred)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
Grains and Seasonings
- ½ cup long-grain white rice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Turkey (Optional): Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for 7-10 minutes until it is no longer pink and just starting to brown. This step enhances flavor but can be omitted for convenience.
- Prepare Vegetables: Dice the onions and bell peppers finely. Mince the garlic cloves thoroughly to release their flavor into the soup.
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: In your slow cooker, combine the browned or raw ground turkey, diced onions, bell peppers, minced garlic, rinsed black beans (if using), diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, and uncooked rice. Stir gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain consistent temperature and cooking time.
- Adjust Seasoning and Texture: After cooking time ends, taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If the rice is still firm, continue to cook for an additional 15-20 minutes. If the soup is too thick, add more broth or water to reach desired consistency.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot. Garnish with fresh parsley, shredded cheese, or a dollop of Greek yogurt according to preference for added flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- Browning the turkey is optional but adds a richer flavor.
- Use no-salt-added tomato sauce and low-sodium broth to keep sodium levels low.
- Black beans are optional and can be omitted for a more traditional stuffed pepper flavor.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, ensure the broth and seasonings are gluten-free.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground turkey with lentils or plant-based meat alternatives and use vegetable broth.
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