Vegetable and Cheese Stuffed Peppers with Quinoa

Vegetable and Cheese Stuffed Peppers with Quinoa is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines colorful bell peppers filled with a savory mix of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese. This delightful main course is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• 2 large bell peppers - any color
• 1/2 cup quinoa - rinsed
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes - halved
• 1/2 cup zucchini - diced
• 1/4 cup red onion - diced
• 1/2 cup corn kernels - fresh or frozen
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley - chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Drizzle the insides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place them upright in a baking dish.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red onion, corn, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Spoon the quinoa mixture into the prepared bell peppers, packing it down gently. Top each pepper with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which aids digestion.
• High in vitamins A and C from the bell peppers and vegetables.

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