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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

Delicious Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers You'll Love to Devour

Enjoy these Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers, a nutritious and satisfying meal filled with beans and rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Used for greasing and sautéing
  • 3 pieces red bell peppers Acting as edible bowls
  • 1 medium yellow onion Adds sweetness
  • 1 cup long grain white rice Can use brown rice
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Adjust for dietary needs
  • 2 cups vegetable stock For flavor
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes Brings moisture
  • 2 pieces green onions Use only the green parts
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans Packed with protein
  • 1 cup frozen corn Adds sweetness
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese Can swap for cheddar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • large skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Trim the tops off the red bell peppers and remove the seeds, setting them aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion for 4 minutes.
  4. Combine rice, sea salt, stock, diced tomatoes, diced bell pepper, and green onions in the skillet.
  5. Simmer the mixture covered for about 25 minutes until the rice is tender.
  6. Stuff the halved peppers with the rice mixture and top with cheese.
  7. Bake the stuffed peppers for about 40 minutes until tender and cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let cool, then garnish with cilantro and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These stuffed peppers are great for meal prep and can be frozen for later use.

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