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Spicy Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers Bursting with Flavor


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  • Author: ladidsaadia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious one-pan meal featuring bell peppers stuffed with a spicy, cheesy rice and bean mixture, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1.67 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
  • Minced fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan. Cook the diced onion until soft.
  2. Add rice, salt, vegetable stock, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then simmer until rice is tender.
  3. Stir in black beans and corn. Heat through.
  4. Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. Brush with oil.
  5. Spoon the rice mix into each pepper and pack gently.
  6. Top with shredded cheese. Bake in a 375°F (190°C) oven until peppers are soft, about 20–30 minutes.
  7. Let rest for five minutes before serving.

Notes

For a lighter side, serve with an apple quinoa salad. You can also swap ingredients based on what’s available.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg