Description
Enjoy these vibrant vegetarian quinoa-stuffed bell peppers, a healthy and satisfying meatless meal. Packed with fluffy quinoa, hearty beans, and fresh vegetables, they are a delightful and nutritious option for any dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Cook the quinoa: In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, chopped onion, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Spoon the quinoa mixture evenly into the prepared bell peppers.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Add about 1/2 inch of water to the bottom of the dish.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle with cheese if using, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious creation!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some diced jalapeño to the filling.
- Feel free to add other vegetables you enjoy, like diced zucchini or mushrooms.
- These peppers can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: Approximately 350-400 (without cheese)
- Sugar: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: 0mg (without cheese)