Stuffed Bell Peppers with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils

These Stuffed Bell Peppers are a vibrant and nutritious dish filled with a hearty mix of lentils, spinach, and chickpeas, perfect for a satisfying midnight snack. Packed with protein and fiber, this recipe is not only healthy but also bursting with flavor.

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils
40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large bell peppers - any color
  • 1 cup cooked lentils - 200 grams
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas - 240 grams
  • 1 cup fresh spinach - 30 grams
  • 1 small onion - diced
  • 2 cloves garlic - minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil - 15 ml
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin - 2 grams
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - 2 grams
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional) - 60 grams

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to the skillet, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the cooked lentils, cooked chickpeas, and fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Stuff each bell pepper with the lentil and spinach mixture, packing it down slightly.
  7. If using, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
  8. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish and add a splash of water to the bottom of the dish to help steam the peppers.
  9. Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Carbs: 50 g
  • Fiber: 15 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables and legumes.

Tags

AmericanHealthyMidnight