Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
• 1 cup chopped onions
• 2 red peppers, cut in half and seeds removed
• 2 green peppers, cut in half and seeds removed
• 1/2 pound lean ground turkey, browned and drained
• 1 Tbsp. taco seasoning
• 1 1/2 cups brown rice, cooked
• 1 can S&W black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup fresh sweet corn
• 8oz medium-hot salsa
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella, divided

Garnish:

• cilantro
• sour cream
• avocado slices

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350F.  Place peppers on baking sheet, drizzle with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, and roast for 20 minutes until softened.  Remove from oven and allow to cool.
2. Saute onions in remaining olive oil until soft, ~5 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, mix together turkey, taco seasoning, rice, beans, corn, salsa, and 1/2 cup mozzarella.
4. Spoon mixture into peppers and sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella on top.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until filling is heated through and cheese is melted on top.
6. Serve with garnish on the side.

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