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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers - Mexican-Style

Delicious Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers - Mexican-Style Recipe

Discover how to make Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers - Mexican-Style. A vibrant, flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 pieces bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
Grains
  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa rice blend
Oils & Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped)
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Legumes & Vegetables
  • 14 ounces can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed or strained tomatoes
Herbs & Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped plus more for garnish)
  • 2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese (divided)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve and seed the bell peppers; set aside.
  3. Cook quinoa rice blend according to package instructions.
  4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté chopped onions until translucent.
  5. Add chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, and cumin; cook for one minute.
  6. Stir in black beans and crushed tomatoes; let simmer for five minutes.
  7. Fold cooked quinoa into the mixture; adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Stuff each bell pepper half with the filling and top with grated cheese.
  9. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish covered with foil; bake for 30-40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 10g

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be customized with different grains and veggies.

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