Description
A vibrant, hearty dish that brings together sweet bell peppers, savory spiced filling, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests at a casual dinner party. This recipe is flexible, full of flavor, and naturally packed with nutrients, making it a favorite in my kitchen for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4-6 bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup black beans or pinto beans
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 pound ground meat or plant-based alternative (optional)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce or salsa
- 1-1.5 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Prepare peppers by cutting tops off and removing seeds.
- Sauté onion and garlic in oil until fragrant, then cook meat (if using) until browned.
- Add rice, beans, corn, tomato sauce, and spices; mix well.
- Stuff each pepper with the filling and top with cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
- Blanch peppers for softer texture.
- Adjust spices according to taste.
- Use a mix of cheeses for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg