Healthy Stuffed Bell Peppers

Bursting with vibrant colors and wholesome flavors, these Healthy Stuffed Bell Peppers are the ultimate satisfying meal for any occasion. Featuring tender bell peppers filled with a nutrient-packed medley of quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, this dish is as delicious as it is nourishing. Topped with a light layer of melted mozzarella and garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro, these baked peppers are a savory delight that strikes the perfect balance of indulgence and health. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an easy vegetarian dinner option that's both meal-prep friendly and family-approved. Perfectly customizable for various dietary preferences, these stuffed peppers are a colorful way to enjoy a balanced, protein-rich meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bell peppers (any color)
• 1 cup Cooked quinoa
• 1 cup Black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Keep the tops for presentation if desired.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for another 1 minute.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, black beans, quinoa, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Step 5

Place the bell peppers upright in a baking dish. Fill each pepper with the prepared quinoa mixture, pressing down slightly to pack it in.

Step 6

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tops of the stuffed peppers.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1483.3 grams (1483.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1058

Total Fat 34.00g	44%
Saturated Fat 10.60g	53%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 1634mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 142.80g	52%
Dietary Fiber 38.70g	138%
Total Sugars 40.20g
Protein 48.10g	96%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 673mg	52%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2952mg	63%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.6%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 53.4%