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Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Quinoa stuffed bell peppers are a nutritious and colorful dish that makes for a wholesome meal. This vegan recipe is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 40 min
Servings: 2
March 26, 2026
Instructions
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it in 2 cups of water until fluffy, about 15 minutes.
- While the quinoa is cooking, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add the chopped tomato, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomato softens.
- Mix the cooked quinoa into the pan and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Cut the bell peppers in half and remove the seeds. Stuff each half with the quinoa mixture.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Tips
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the quinoa filling as per your preference.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste.