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Close-up of three Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers filled with seasoned meat and rice, topped with melted golden cheese.

Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 60 min
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A collection of five simple and delicious stuffed bell pepper recipes.


Ingredients

  • Bell peppers
  • Ground meat or vegetarian filling
  • Rice or quinoa
  • Onions
  • Garlic
  • Tomatoes
  • Cheese
  • Seasonings

Instructions

  1. Prepare the bell peppers by cutting them in half and removing the seeds.
  2. Cook your chosen filling (e.g., ground meat with onions and garlic, or a lentil and vegetable mix).
  3. Cook rice or quinoa according to package directions.
  4. Combine the filling, cooked rice/quinoa, and seasonings.
  5. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture.
  6. Bake until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
  7. Top with cheese and bake for a few more minutes until melted.

Notes

  • You can use any color of bell pepper you prefer.
  • Adjust seasonings to your taste.
  • For a vegetarian option, use beans, lentils, or a plant-based ground substitute.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 40 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper half
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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