Viral Bell Pepper Sandwich (Print Version)

Bell pepper halves filled with cream cheese, turkey, veggies, and cheddar offer a crisp, light bite.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large red bell pepper, halved and seeded
02 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, halved and seeded
03 - 1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1/2 avocado, sliced

→ Dairy

06 - 4 tablespoons cream cheese, plain or herbed
07 - 2 slices cheddar cheese

→ Meats

08 - 4 slices turkey breast (or substitute chicken or ham)

→ Condiments

09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt, to taste
11 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Additions

12 - Handful of baby spinach or arugula
13 - Everything bagel seasoning, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat the bell pepper halves thoroughly dry using a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
02 - Evenly spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese inside each bell pepper half.
03 - Drizzle Dijon mustard over two of the prepared bell pepper halves.
04 - Layer turkey slices, cheddar cheese, cucumber slices, red onion slices, avocado, and greens (if using) evenly onto two bell pepper halves.
05 - Sprinkle fillings with salt, black pepper, and everything bagel seasoning if desired.
06 - Top each filled pepper half with the remaining halves, pressing gently to close and form sandwiches.
07 - Slice sandwiches in half if preferred and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Full of color and nutrients to brighten your plate
  • No bread so it is perfect for low carb and gluten-free diets
  • Ten minutes from start to finish even on busy days
  • Flexible with whatever veggies or deli meat you have
  • Delivers that satisfying bite of a sandwich without feeling heavy
02 -
  • Low in carbs and naturally free from gluten
  • Packed with fiber and protein for lasting energy
  • Completely customizable with your favorite fillings
03 -
  • Always use perfectly ripe peppers for best crunch
  • Spread cream cheese all the way to the edges for a mess-free bite
  • Ask your deli to slice turkey thin so it folds easily within the pepper
  • Never skip the paper towel drying step because moisture makes layers slip
  • If prepping several for a group, try standing them upright in a storage container layered with parchment to keep them crisp until served

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