What can I use to stuff peppers?

You can use rice, quinoa, beans, and veggies.

Are stuffed peppers healthy?

Yes, they are low in calories and nutrient-rich.

Yes, they freeze well and can be reheated later.

Vegetables

Bell peppers filled with seasoned rice, vegetables, and Italian herbs.

Pro 100 g

120 kcal

1 pepper

180 kcal

(150 g)

Protein	Kohlenhydrate	Fett
8 g / 100g	20 g / 100g	3 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 23% · Carbs 58% · Fat 19%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 pepper (150 g, 180 kcal) is 9% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 pepper takes about 44 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Italian Stuffed Peppers is number 5 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 76 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Savory Sautéed Spinach	23	3 g
Beet Greens Stir-Fry	35	2.5 g
Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges	90	2 g
Zesty Lime Chili Corn	110	3 g
Italian Stuffed Peppers	120	8 g
Sriracha Lime Brussels Sprouts	120	3 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

7/10

Nutritious and satisfying, perfect for a balanced diet.

What can I use to stuff peppers?: You can use rice, quinoa, beans, and veggies.
Are stuffed peppers healthy?: Yes, they are low in calories and nutrient-rich.
Can I freeze stuffed peppers?: Yes, they freeze well and can be reheated later.

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