Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this Weight Watchers–friendly Stuffed Pepper Soup captures all the comforting taste of classic stuffed peppers — without the extra calories or fuss. It’s a bowlful of cozy goodness, combining lean ground turkey or beef, tender bell peppers, rich tomatoes, and perfectly seasoned rice simmered in a savory broth. Each spoonful delivers the comforting balance of sweetness from the peppers, a touch of acidity from the tomatoes, and the satisfying heartiness of a home-cooked meal. The aroma alone — peppers, garlic, and herbs mingling together — feels like a warm hug on a cool evening.

This soup is as nourishing as it is easy to make. It comes together in one pot, making cleanup simple and quick, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. It’s loaded with protein and vegetables while keeping the points low, so you can enjoy generous servings without worry. You can customize it with your favorite grains or even make it lower-carb by skipping the rice. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a small spoonful of shredded cheese for extra comfort. Every bowl of this stuffed pepper soup tastes like home — hearty, wholesome, and completely satisfying.

🫑 Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean) or extra-lean ground beef

• 1 cup uncooked brown rice (or cauliflower rice for lower points)

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 bell peppers (red, green, yellow), diced

• 3 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth

• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp salt, or to taste

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Optional: fresh parsley or reduced-fat shredded cheese for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the meat: In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground turkey or beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.

2. Add vegetables: Stir in the onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.

3. Build the flavor: Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

4. Simmer: Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 25–30 minutes.

5. Add rice: Stir in cooked rice (or add uncooked rice and simmer an additional 15–20 minutes until tender).

6. Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of cheese, and enjoy warm.

Weight Watchers Estimate:

• 1½ cups per serving ≈ 3–5 points (depending on rice choice and meat type).

• Using cauliflower rice and 99% fat-free ground turkey can reduce it to 1–2 points per serving.