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Quinoa-Stuffed Spring Peppers for a Fresh and Tasty Meal

Quinoa-Stuffed Spring Peppers
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A delicious and healthy dish featuring bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful quinoa mixture, perfect for a fresh meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
  3. In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and diced tomatoes.
  4. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Stuff each pepper with the quinoa mixture.
  5. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes.
  6. If using cheese, remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
  • For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.

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Find it online: https://howeats.com/quinoa-stuffed-spring-peppers-recipe/