Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Quinoa Stuffed Peppers Recipe—a nutritious and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion. These colorful bell peppers are generously filled with a hearty mixture of protein-packed quinoa, black beans, sweet corn, and zesty spices, all topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Whether you’re preparing for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prepping for the week, this vegetarian delight is customizable to suit your taste buds. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, these stuffed peppers are a delicious way to enjoy seasonal produce while pleasing both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup uncooked quinoa
- 4 medium bell peppers
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup frozen corn (thawed)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Spices: cumin, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Cook quinoa in a large skillet with water until fluffy.
- Preheat oven to 375°F; prepare a baking dish.
- In the skillet, combine cooked quinoa with garlic, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and spices; heat through.
- Spoon the mixture into halved bell peppers; top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 25mg