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Easy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers (Vegan)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and healthy vegan dish featuring quinoa stuffed into colorful bell peppers, topped with fresh toppings and served with optional garnishes.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 1 cup dry quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1.5 tsp. granulated garlic

Bell Peppers

  • 4 bell peppers bell peppers, sliced in half from top to bottom (red, orange, or yellow)

Canned Goods

  • 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 0.5 cup prepared salsa

Fruits & Vegetables

  • 0.5 cup fresh diced mango (optional)
  • 0.25 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
  • 1 Tbsp. lime juice
  • 1-2 tsp. adobo sauce (from canned chipotle chiles) (sub hot sauce)
  • 0.5 tsp. kosher salt

Toppings

  • 1 ripe avocado sliced avocado
  • Optional Greek yogurt or sour cream (coconut yogurt if vegan), extra salsa, cheese (dairy or plant-based)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Cook quinoa with vegetable broth and spices until fluffy, about 12-15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Bake bell peppers cut side up in a dish with water, covered with foil, for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  • Mix cooked quinoa with beans, salsa, mango, cilantro, lime juice, adobo sauce, and salt. Divide filling into peppers.
  • Return stuffed peppers to oven, bake for another 15-20 minutes. Garnish with avocado slices and optional toppings.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings and spice levels to taste.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: vegan
Keyword: Quinoa