Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers - Healthy 40-Minute Dinner

Ingredients

• 7 large bell peppers, tops removed and cores hollowed out
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1½ cups cooked brown rice
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (or 2 teaspoons for milder flavor)
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish