27 Best Bell Pepper Recipes That Go Way Beyond Salad
This colorful veggie is the star of the show.
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Sweet, crunchy, and irresistibly fresh-tasting, bell peppers are the summer vegetable we can't stop eating. They're just as tasty sliced up raw and dipped into party dips as they are diced and tossed into summer salads and easy casseroles—and that's only the beginning. While they are pretty good from the store all year round, visit your local farmers' market in summertime when they're at their best. Better yet, grow your own bell peppers! You'll need plenty of 'em to try all of these bell pepper recipes.
Bell peppers add flair to pizza recipes like a sausage and peppers pizza made in a cast-iron skillet and pizza dip with all your favorite pizza toppings, both of which you'll find here. But they also bring a new level of freshness to grilled recipes. Think: kebabs done every which way, burgers topped with sautéed peppers, and stir-fry recipes. If weeknight family meal ideas are what you're tackling, though, sheet pan meals like gnocchi with spicy sausage and peppers or oven-baked ranch pork and peppers are here to save the day. Yep, even picky eaters!
You may be used to bell peppers only playing a supporting role in recipes, but that's not the case for stuffed peppers. If you've got a garden full of bell peppers, they're the perfect solution. After all, nothing beats the sweetness and crunch of a freshly-picked pepper.
Beef Stroganoff Stuffed Peppers
If you like classic stuffed peppers, then you'll love Ree's new take on the classic... by adding another classic. Mushrooms, Swiss cheese, sour cream: What's not to love?
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Southwestern Salad
Peppers are tasty on their own, but then you add beans, avocado, corn, and a zesty avocado dressing. That's what we call the best excuse to make a salad tonight.
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Spicy Veggie Pasta Salad
If you manage to get your hands on mini bell peppers, then wow everyone at the potluck with this spicy spin on a pasta salad. The creamy dressing is everything!
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Veggie Stir-Fry
"I could eat it every day for the rest of my life," Ree declares. That's a good reason to make this any night of the week. Bell peppers are joined by zucchini, baby corn, and broccoli with the perfect spicy sauce.
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Succotash
Succotash is the most delicious way to celebrate summer. Corn, lima beans, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes get all dressed up for the perfect side dish.
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Southwestern Pasta Salad
Add an extra scoop of this pasta dish to your plate: Bell peppers, corn, tomatoes, and pinto beans get a smoky kick of chipotle for an irresistible side dish.
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Sausage and Egg Stuffed Peppers
Breakfast is served: Peppers are stuffed with rice, breakfast sausage, tomatoes, and spinach and then topped with eggs. They'll be well received any time of day.
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Sheet-Pan Gnocchi with Spicy Sausage and Peppers
Just toss the ingredients on sheet pans and let the oven do the work to get this tasty meal on the table. You can even slice the veggies ahead of time to make preparing dinner a breeze.
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Grilled Sausage and Peppers
This easy cookout meal is perfect for feeding the whole family. Serve the sausage and peppers on a big platter or stuff them into toasted rolls for a knockout summer sandwich.
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Cast-Iron Pizza
This cheesy skillet pizza is topped with hearty Italian sausage and slices of vibrant mini bell peppers for crunch and flavor. Try this pie for your next pizza night at home.
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Taco Casserole
It's everything you love about taco night combined in an easy-to-serve casserole. Layered with a hearty seasoned beef, veggies, and bean mixture, crunchy chips, and lots of cheese, this weeknight winner is served with all your favorite taco toppings.
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Sausage and Rice Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a weeknight hero: They're hearty and filling but cheesy and delicious, too. You can even assemble them ahead of time and bake just before dinner. The whole family will love this version.
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Sausage-and-Peppers Burgers
This is a tasty spin on traditional burgers! The patty is made with ground beef and Italian sausage and it's topped with sautéed peppers and onions and melty provolone.
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Pizza Dip
You've never had a dip like this gooey creation topped with all your favorite pizza toppings. Scoop it up with slices of toasted bread. It's the hit of every party it attends.
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Sausage and Peppers Pizza
Sweet Italian sausage and fresh mozzarella combined with bell peppers and pickled banana peppers transform store-bought dough into a pizza shop-worthy pie. Serve with a simple green salad.
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Pepper Steak
Skip the takeout and make this pepper steak in the comfort of your own home. Bell peppers add a little crunch to this tender steak dinner and the sweet, sticky sauce takes it to the next level.
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Beef Kebabs
Bell peppers are the perfect addition to these steak kebabs. Not only do they add great crunchy texture, they adds a touch of sweetness that only intensifies when they're grilled.
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Hoisin Steak and Pepper Stir-Fry
With tender beef, fresh peppers, and a sticky-sweet sauce, this Asian-inspired stir-fry is better than takeout. To cut super thin slices of beef, stick the meat in the freezer for half an hour before you cut it. It'll firm up and be much easier to slice thin.
Italian Pasta Salad
This pasta salad doesn't skimp on the add-ins. Think: diced salami, fresh mozzarella, black olives, mini bell peppers, tomatoes, and tons of fresh herbs.
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Sheet-Pan Ranch Pork and Veggies
When you need dinner on the table quickly, this all-in-one meal is here to save the day. A packet of ranch dressing mix brings major flavor with minimal effort.
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