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    Home » Recipes » Beef Recipes

    Published: Nov 3, 2012 · Last Updated: May 6, 2022 by Kyndra Holley

    Sloppy Joe Stuffed Peppers - low carb, whole30

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    These low carb sloppy joe stuffed peppers are a great alternative to the sickeningly sweet canned version of a childhood classic. Bunless and full of flavor!
    These low carb sloppy joe stuffed peppers are a great alternative to the sickeningly sweet canned version of a childhood classic. Bunless and full of flavor!
    These low carb sloppy joe stuffed peppers are a great alternative to the sickeningly sweet canned version of a childhood classic. Bunless and full of flavor!

    These low carb sloppy joe stuffed peppers are a great alternative to the sickeningly sweet canned version of a childhood classic. By stuffing the filling into peppers instead of on a sandwich bun, they are low carb and gluten free.

    half of a red bell pepper, stuffed with a homemade sloppy Joe mixture, and garnished with parsley.

    Growing up, we ate a lot of sloppy Joes—that notorious cloyingly sweet canned sauce cooked with ground beef and served on a big hamburger bun. It was usually accompanied by tater tots and ketchup, and I loved every last bite. But as I grew up and my palate began to mature and change, my childhood favorite became less and less appealing to me. It wasn’t until I made my own low carb sloppy joe filling from scratch, with real-food ingredients that I began to love the sloppy meat mixture once again.

    half of a red bell pepper, stuffed with a homemade sloppy Joe mixture, and garnished with parsley.

    These Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Peppers give you all the satisfaction of a classic sloppy joe, but without all the carbs and gluten. If you are not a fan of bell peppers, you can also stuff the filing in zucchini boats, portobello mushrooms, or even avocado boats. I have tried them all three ways, and they are delicious!

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    Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Peppers | Peace Love and Low Carb

    Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Peppers


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    5 from 8 reviews

    • Author: Kyndra Holley
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 8 Servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    These low carb sloppy joe stuffed peppers are a great alternative to the sickeningly sweet canned version of a childhood classic. By stuffing the filling into peppers instead of on a sandwich bun, they are low carb and gluten free.


    Ingredients

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    • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 small onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
    • 1 rib celery, chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
    • 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
    • ¼ cup ketchup (I use this Whole30 compliant brand) code PEACE for 10% off
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce or coconut aminos for Whole30
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • 2 teaspoons chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (I use this brand of spices)
    • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
    2. Cut the peppers in half vertically and remove the ribs and seeds. Place the peppers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until they are tender.
    3. While the peppers are in the oven, make the sloppy Joe mixture: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the onion, celery, and garlic. Cook until the onion and celery are soft and the garlic is fragrant.
    4. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a heatproof spatula, and cook until browned, about 8 minutes.
    5. Mix in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
    6. Stuff the sloppy Joe mixture into the pepper halves and garnish with the parsley.

    Notes

    • 6g net carbs per serving
    • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 Minutes
    • Category: Beef Recipes
    • Method: Saute
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 Stuffed Pepper
    • Calories: 205
    • Fat: 10g
    • Carbohydrates: 8.5g
    • Fiber: 2.5g
    • Protein: 19g

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    1. Kim says

      July 02, 2019 at 4:03 pm

      These sound amazing, I can't wait to try them!

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    2. Cathy says

      August 05, 2018 at 4:46 am

      I've made this recipe 3 times and love it. Getting ready to make it for my mother who is trying to lower her carb intake. Shes going to love it too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Cindy says

      February 28, 2018 at 3:03 pm

      Awesome recipe, thank you! I particularly liked it with red bell peppers.

      Reply
    4. Dedra says

      March 09, 2017 at 9:01 am

      Tried this and loved it! I used leftover sloppy joe mix I made from turkey. Very easy and taste wonderful. I pot a slice of cheese in the pepper first then added the sloppy joe.

      Reply
      • Beth says

        March 11, 2021 at 11:06 am

        Made this for the first time last night. The whole family enjoyed it! Super tasty, super easy.. my favorite kind of recipe!

        ★★★★★

        Reply
    5. Mary says

      October 19, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      Just made these! Love them and will make again and again!

      Reply
    6. Gwen says

      February 02, 2015 at 10:48 am

      These are amazing! The second time we made these we subbed peblano peppers for the bell peppers and it a whole new flavor also awesome.

      Reply
    7. Karen says

      November 08, 2014 at 11:01 am

      looks great! Making this tomorrow. What is 2tbs peace and love?

      Reply
    8. Mari says

      July 14, 2014 at 2:56 pm

      Made these tonight. Fabulous! Topped with a little mexican blend shredded cheese. Thank you!

      Reply
    9. mandy says

      January 30, 2014 at 7:26 am

      How do leftovers work with this recipe? Should I keep the mixture and the peppers separate? Thanks, they look delicious!

      Reply
    10. Malina says

      January 23, 2013 at 5:08 pm

      I cooked these last night for dinner. I thought they were fantastic! Thanks for a great recipe. 🙂

      Reply
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