Description
Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers are a flavorful, healthy dish filled with protein-packed quinoa, black beans, and a blend of spices, all topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a satisfying vegetarian dinner or a hearty side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the quinoa mixture and place in a baking dish.
- Top each stuffed pepper with shredded cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can make the stuffing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for a quicker prep time.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cheese or omit the cheese entirely.
- Add some sautéed onions, corn, or avocado as a topping to enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes