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Tuna Stuffed Peppers

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 pieces
Calories 350
A delicious and healthy appetizer or main dish featuring tender peppers filled with a flavorful tuna mixture, topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

Canned Tuna

  • 3 cans 7 oz. cans of tuna (flaked and drained)
  • 0.25 cup red onion (minced)
  • 0.25 cup sweet relish
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise (traditional, olive oil, avocado, or light)
  • 0.25 cup honey Dijon salad dressing
  • 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (or shredded sharp cheddar cheese)
  • 3 large sweet peppers (red, green, orange, yellow) (seeded and cut in half)
  • 3 slices sharp cheddar cheese (torn in half)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish with foil or non-stick spray.
  • Mix tuna, red onion, relish, mayonnaise, and dressing until combined.
  • Fold in chopped spinach and cheese into the tuna mixture.
  • Fill each pepper half with about 1 cup of the mixture and top with cheese slices.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, then broil for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

For extra flavor, add herbs or spices of your choice.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese, Peppers, Tuna