Dinner30 min550 cal / serving
Southwest-Spiced Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Bell Peppers and Feta
Juicy pan-seared chicken gets a lime-zested Southwest spice rub and is served over roasted sweet potatoes, red and…
Red Bell Pepper Recipes
Red bell pepper is a sweet, crisp vegetable that adds bright color and fresh flavor to salads, stir-fries, soups, fajitas, pasta, grain bowls, and roasted vegetable dishes. Compared with green bell peppers, red peppers are riper, sweeter, and more mellow, making them easy to use in both raw and cooked recipes. They are especially useful in quick weeknight cooking because they soften fast, caramelize beautifully when roasted, and pair well with bold seasonings like garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, basil, and chili flakes. Use them diced for texture, sliced for sautés, stuffed for a main dish, or blended into sauces and dips. For the best flavor, choose firm, glossy peppers that feel heavy for their size and have smooth skin without soft spots. Remove the stem, seeds, and pale inner ribs before cooking or serving raw.
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Most Popular Recipes with Red Bell Pepper
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Dinner30 min770 cal / serving
Cheesy Beef and Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Tender roasted red and yellow bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, quinoa, crushed tomatoes, scallions, onion, and…
Dinner30 min740 cal / serving
Beef and Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers with Monterey Jack
Roasted red and yellow bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, quinoa, crushed tomatoes, scallions, onion, and melty…
Dinner35 min690 cal / serving
Cumin-Rubbed Tri-Tip Steak with Scallion Chimichurri and Spinach Couscous
Seared cumin-seasoned tri-tip is sliced over lemony Israeli couscous with spinach, red bell pepper, garlic, and a bright…
Dinner40 min720 cal / serving
Cheesy Chicken Fajitas with Charred Peppers, Lime Crema, and Jalapeños
Soft flour tortillas filled with seasoned chicken, charred red pepper and onion, melted cheddar, tangy lime crema, and…
Dinner40 min670 cal / serving
Skillet Chicken Fajitas with Cheddar, Bell Pepper and Lime Crema
Tender strips of seasoned chicken, lightly charred bell pepper and onion, melted cheddar tortillas, tangy lime crema, and…
Dinner40 min673 cal / serving
Skillet Chicken Fajitas with Cheddar Tortillas, Lime Crema & Pickled Jalapeños
Tender chicken strips, sautéed red pepper and onion, melty cheddar tortillas, tangy lime crema, and quick-pickled jalapeños make…
Dinner30 min641 cal / serving
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers with Beef, Quinoa, and Monterey Jack
These hearty stuffed peppers are packed with seasoned ground beef, fluffy quinoa, and melted Monterey Jack cheese for…
Dinner30 min530 cal / serving
Spiced Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potato and Bell Pepper Feta Jumble
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring spice-rubbed chicken breasts served over a colorful roasted sweet potato, bell pepper,…
Dinner30 min710 cal / serving
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef, Quinoa, and Monterey Jack Cheese
These hearty stuffed bell peppers are loaded with seasoned ground beef, fluffy quinoa, and melted Monterey Jack cheese…
Dinner30 min630 cal / serving
Cumin-Crusted Sirloin Steak with Scallion Dressing and Spinach Couscous Salad
This cumin-crusted sirloin steak is served with a bright scallion dressing and a hearty spinach couscous salad studded…
Dinner30 min545 cal / serving
Ginger Soy Beef Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice
A quick and easy beef stir-fry with bell pepper, bok choy, and a savory ginger-soy sauce, served over…
Dinner30 min830 cal / serving
Hearty Orzo with Italian Sausage and Garden Vegetables
Packed with zucchini, bell pepper, tomatoes, and Italian sausage, this one-pan orzo dinner is a colorful, satisfying weeknight…
Dinner30 min770 cal / serving
Kiwi Salsa Steak Fajitas with Charred Peppers and Blistered Beans
Tangy kiwi salsa meets smoky charred peppers and blistered kidney beans in these fusion steak fajitas. A surprising…
Dinner30 min850 cal / serving
Veggie-Packed Orzo with Italian Sausage and Lemon Parmesan
This one-pan orzo recipe is loaded with zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes, plus savory Italian sausage for a…
Side Dish35 min646 cal / serving
Honey Soy Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Vegetables and Rice
This honey soy glazed pork tenderloin is paired with roasted bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas, served over…
Dinner30 min670 cal / serving
Southwestern Pork Fajita Bar with Bell Peppers and Onions
Set up a DIY fajita bar with spiced pork, sautéed peppers and onions, fresh tomato salsa, and warm…
Dinner35 min660 cal / serving
Roasted Veggie Quesadillas with Chipotle Mayo and Pico de Gallo
Crispy tortillas filled with smoky chipotle mayo, melted mozzarella, and roasted zucchini and bell pepper, served with fresh…
Dinner30 min760 cal / serving
Southwest Pork Fajita Bar with Tomato Salsa and Cheddar
Set up a DIY fajita bar with spiced pork, bell peppers, and onions, plus fresh tomato salsa, sour…
Dinner30 min690 cal / serving
Southwestern Pork Fajita Bar with Tomato Salsa and Cheddar
Set up a DIY fajita bar with spiced pork, bell peppers, onions, fresh tomato salsa, and all the…
Dinner30 min820 cal / serving
Southwestern Pork Fajita Bar with Tomato Lime Salsa and Cheddar
Set up a DIY fajita bar with spiced pork, sautéed peppers and onions, fresh tomato lime salsa, and…
Dinner35 min700 cal / serving
Zesty Southwestern Quinoa Bowl with Black Beans and Feta
This vibrant quinoa bowl is packed with black beans, corn, jalapeño, and a zesty lime-cumin dressing. Topped with…
Dinner30 min670 cal / serving
Sweet and Savory Pineapple Pork Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice
This quick and easy stir-fry combines juicy pineapple, tender ground pork, and crisp snow peas in a tangy…
Dinner30 min550 cal / serving
Veggie Fajitas with Black Bean Mash and Lime Crema on Spinach Tortillas
Colorful roasted peppers, creamy black bean mash, and tangy lime crema come together in these vibrant veggie fajitas…