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Quinoa Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delicious and healthy vegetarian dish featuring flavorful quinoa stuffed into tender bell peppers, topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

Grains

  • ½ cup uncooked quinoa
  • ¾ cup water

Cooking spray

  • 4 medium bell peppers (halved and cored)

Vegetables & Beans

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 15-ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup frozen corn (thawed)

Spices & Seasonings

  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions 

  • Cook quinoa with water until fluffy, then set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F and prepare peppers in a baking dish.
  • Mix cooked quinoa with garlic, tomatoes, beans, corn, and spices; cook briefly.
  • Stuff peppers with the mixture, top with cheese, and bake until tender and melted.

Notes

Feel free to add chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keyword: Quinoa