Classic Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers are a popular dish in many cuisines around the world, with variations in ingredients and flavors.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Classic Stuffed Peppers

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Mediterranean Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 pepper Bell peppers
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Corn
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, cheddar cheese, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and fresh cilantro.
4. Stuff the bell peppers with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
5. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
6. Remove from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 10g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.