Description
Stuffed Pepper Soup
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 bell peppers (any color), diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
4 cups beef or chicken broth
1/2 cup uncooked rice
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh thyme or parsley (for garnish)
Directions
Cook ground meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
Sauté veggies: Add onion, garlic, bell peppers, and zucchini to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
Build the soup base: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
Cook the rice: Stir in uncooked rice, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Let cook for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 280 kcal per serving
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