Bell Pepper Nachos

 Prep time

15 mins

Cook time

22 mins

Total time

37 mins

Serves:

2 servings

 

Ingredients

• Nonstick cooking spray

• ¼ medium onion, chopped

• 8 oz. raw 93% lean ground turkey

• 1 tsp. Taco Seasoning Blend (or packaged taco seasoning mix)

• 
¼ cup water
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch wide slices

• 1 medium orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch wide slices

• 
¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

• 1 medium jalapeño, seeds and veins removed, sliced (optional)

• ½ cup pico de gallo (or fresh tomato salsa)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375° F.

2. Heat medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Lightly coat with spray.

3. Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent.

4. Add turkey; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until turkey is no longer pink.

5. Add taco seasoning blend and water. Mix well; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes, or until water evaporates.

6. Arrange peppers in an oven-proof baking dish; top with turkey mixture and cheese.

7. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until cheese melts.

8. Divide pepper mixture evenly between two serving plates. Top with jalapeños (if desired) and pico de gallo; serve immediately.