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Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice

Delicious Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice Recipe

Delicious Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice are packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for any meal occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 large bell peppers (red, green, yellow, or orange)
  • ½ cup diced onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup diced zucchini
  • ½ cup diced mushrooms
  • ½ cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
  • ½ cup black beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Grains
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or wild)
Oils & Spices
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese optional
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. In a bowl, combine cooked rice, sautéed onions, garlic, zucchini, mushrooms, diced tomatoes, black beans, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut tops off bell peppers, remove seeds, and place in a baking dish.
  2. Stuff each pepper with the rice mixture and top with cheese if desired.
  3. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  4. Garnish with parsley or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 8g

Notes

This recipe is highly customizable, allowing for swaps in grains and added vegetables or spices to suit your taste.

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