Colorful Bell Peppers Stuffed with Savory Goodness
Description
Dive into these vibrant stuffed bell peppers, bursting with a hearty filling of seasoned rice, tender vegetables, and savory ground meat (or your favorite plant-based alternative). Baked to perfection, these peppers offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors that make for a satisfying and nutritious meal. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep, these stuffed bell peppers are as beautiful as they are delicious!
Ingredients
- 4 • bell peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
- 1 tbsp • olive oil
- 1 small • onion, diced
- 2 cloves • garlic, minced
- 1 cup • cooked rice
- 1 can • black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 1 cup • corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can • diced tomatoes, drained (14 oz)
- 1 tsp • ground cumin
- 1 tsp • chili powder
- 1 cup • shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- • Salt and pepper to taste
- • Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the mixture into the bell peppers, packing them tightly.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. If desired, top each pepper with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Hearty, Savory, Nutrient-rich, Vegetarian, Colorful, Baked, Gluten-free, Comfort food, Meal prep, Family-friendly
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