Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed bell peppers are a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together fresh vegetables and a hearty filling, making them perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep. These colorful peppers are stuffed with a savory blend of lentils, rice, and spices, creating a satisfying meal that is both visually appealing and packed with nutrients. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables and spices, these stuffed bell peppers will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (any color)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (grated)
- 1½ teaspoons ground coriander (or ground cumin)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
- 1 cup rice
- 1 can (15 ounces) lentils
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent.
- Stir in rice, garlic, spices, and sauté until fragrant. Add broth, lentils, diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Fill each half with the rice-lentil mixture.
- Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for about 40 minutes or air fry for approximately 30 minutes until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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