Description
A cozy classic that feels like home, these stuffed peppers are a warm hug for the soul, packed with flavor and heartiness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or farro
- 1 pound ground beef, turkey, or plant-based crumble
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or nutritional yeast
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash the peppers, slice off the tops, and carefully remove seeds. Brush the insides lightly with olive oil and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, then sauté the onion until translucent and golden. Add garlic and cook another minute.
- Add the ground meat or plant-based crumble. Brown everything, breaking up clumps, until fully cooked and slightly crisp around the edges.
- Stir in cooked rice (or grain), diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, oregano, and half the cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Spoon the filling into each pepper, packing gently until full. Place peppers upright in a baking dish; pour a splash of water into the dish.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover loosely with foil. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley or basil, and serve.
Notes
For vegetarian option, use lentils or chopped mushrooms. Customize with different grains and spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: stuffed peppers, cozy dinner, meal prep