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Healthy Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe

Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup is a hearty, one-pot comfort food that delivers all the flavors of classic stuffed peppers in a fraction of the time. Made with ground meat, bell peppers, rice, tomatoes, and savory seasonings, this easy pressure-cooker soup is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
  • 3 –4 bell peppers diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5–15 oz diced tomatoes with juices
  • 4 –5 cups low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste optional
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney or black beans (optional)

Method
 

  1. Press Sauté on the Instant Pot and allow it to heat.
  2. Add ground meat and cook until mostly browned, breaking it apart.
  3. Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant and softened.
  4. Stir in diced bell peppers and seasonings; cook 1–2 minutes.
  5. Add 1/4 cup broth and scrape the bottom to deglaze.
  6. Add remaining broth, tomatoes, optional beans, and tomato paste.
  7. Add rinsed rice and gently press it below the liquid (do not stir).
  8. Seal lid and pressure cook on High for 10 minutes.
  9. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  10. Stir well and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

Always deglaze the pot after sautéing to prevent a burn warning. For a low-carb version, replace rice with cauliflower rice and reduce pressure cook time to 5 minutes.