Easy Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice: A Flavorful Delight
A delicious and healthy recipe for stuffed bell peppers that are easy to make and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked rice, black beans, corn, spices, and cilantro.
- Stuff the mixture into the bell peppers and place them upright in a baking dish.
- If using, sprinkle cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding diced tomatoes or avocado to the stuffing.
- These peppers can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: vegetarian, stuffed peppers, easy recipe, rice