Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

Yield 4

Author Judy Doherty

Prep time

10 Min

Cook time

40 Min

Total time

50 Min

These peppers are a tasty treat any day of the week.

Ingredients

Stuffed peppers

• 1 tsp oil
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 can black beans, low sodium, rinsed
• 1 cup cooked corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 4 peppers, cut in half lengthwise and seeds removed

Garnishes

• Chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Limes

Instructions

1. Make the stuffing. Sauté the onion and garlic in oil in a large skillet. Add the beans, corn, seasonings, and tomatoes. Stir and heat. Add the quinoa. Stir well, then spoon the filling into pepper halves in a large rectangular baking dish. Cover the dish and bake for 40 minutes at 350 degrees or until the peppers are soft.
2. Garnish with chopped cilantro and crumbled cheese. Serve fresh lime wedges served on the side.

Notes

Follow the package directions to precook the quinoa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

259.5

Fat

5.36 g

Sat. Fat

1.74 g

Carbs

43.73 g

Fiber

12.61 g

Net carbs

31.13 g

Sugar

7 g

Protein

12.57 g

Sodium

620.62 mg

Cholesterol

8.35 mg

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