Dutch Oven Stuffed Bell Peppers

Stuffed bell peppers have been enjoyed in various cuisines around the world for centuries. They are not only delicious but also a visually appealing dish.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Dutch Oven Stuffed Bell Peppers

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Bell Peppers
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 can Black Beans
• 1 cup Corn
• 2 piece Tomato
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 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 saucepan, cook quinoa according to package instructions.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
5. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cooked quinoa, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the skillet. Stir well.
6. Stuff the bell peppers with the quinoa mixture and place them in a Dutch oven.
7. Cover the Dutch oven and bake for 45 minutes.
8. Remove the cover, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of the stuffed peppers, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

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.