Tri Color Pepper Cheese Melts

Packed with vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, Tri Color Pepper Cheese Melts are the ultimate quick and easy appetizer or snack. This recipe features red, yellow, and green bell peppers stuffed with a luscious blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic. Topped with a crispy breadcrumb-Parmesan crust, these cheesy delights are baked to golden perfection in just 10 minutes. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a final touch of freshness, making them perfect for entertaining or a fun family treat. With minimal prep and bold ingredients, these pepper melts are a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper
• 1 large Green bell pepper
• 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers into halves lengthwise. Remove the seeds and white pulp to create clean pepper halves.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Brush this mixture evenly over the inside of each pepper half.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese. Toss until well mixed.

Step 5

Fill each bell pepper half with the cheese mixture, pressing gently to make sure the filling is secure and evenly distributed.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this breadcrumb topping generously over the stuffed peppers.

Step 7

Place the peppers on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the peppers to cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your Tri Color Pepper Cheese Melts as a delicious snack or appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	784.2 grams (784.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1564

Total Fat 104.30g	134%
Saturated Fat 50.50g	253%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 242mg	81%
Sodium 3916mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 78.60g	29%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 8.10g
Protein 82.90g	166%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2103mg	162%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 879mg	19%

*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: 59.2%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 19.8%