Inside-Out Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

Stuffed bell peppers have been a popular dish in many cultures for centuries. The combination of flavors and textures makes them a versatile and satisfying meal option.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Inside-Out Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Green bell peppers
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off the green bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
4. Add the quinoa, black beans, corn kernels, tomato, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Fill each bell pepper with the quinoa mixture and place them in a baking dish.
6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let the stuffed peppers rest for 10 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 10g

Protein 12g24%

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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.