Stuffed Bell Peppers With Brie

Bell peppers are technically fruits, not vegetables, as they develop from the ovary of a flower and contain seeds.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Stuffed Bell Peppers With Brie

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

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

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Bell Peppers
• 8 ounce Brie Cheese
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

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 the quinoa according to the package instructions.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper.
6. Stuff the bell peppers with the quinoa mixture and place them in a baking dish.
7. Slice the brie cheese and place a few slices on top of each stuffed pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
9. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

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.