Ring in the new year with these healthy and delicious jalapeño poppers.
- Sara Vanden Berge
- Dec 29, 2021
- 1 min read

By JULIE BRINKLEY
If your plans to ring in 2022 includes fantastic and tasty appetizers, this healthy recipe for jalapeño poppers is a must for your New Year’s gathering.
WHAT YOU NEED
Cooking spray
4 oz. lean ground beef
6 whole jalapeño peppers
4 oz. (½ cup) low fat plain Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
3 medium scallions, sliced thin
1 large red bell pepper, finely diced
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp cumin
¼ tsp chili powder
1/8 tsp paprika

HOW TO MAKE IT
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside.
Cook ground beef in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through.
Cut jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise; remove seeds and membrane.
Combine beef, yogurt, cheese, scallions, red pepper and spices in a medium bowl.
With a spoon, fill jalapeño pepper halves with cheese mixture. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until brown.
Enjoy!

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