Pimentão Recheado

Pimentão Recheado is a vibrant Brazilian dish featuring bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of quinoa, black beans, and aromatic spices. This colorful and nutritious meal is not only delicious but also a celebration of plant-based ingredients.

Ingredients

• Red bell pepper - 2 large
• Quinoa - 100 grams
• Black beans (cooked) - 150 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Corn (canned or frozen) - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Cheese (optional, for topping) - 50 grams, grated

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it in a pot with 200 ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
3. While the quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomato, cooked black beans, corn, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
5. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and combine it with the vegetable mixture. Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
6. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Stuff each pepper generously with the quinoa and bean mixture.
7. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish, and if desired, sprinkle grated cheese on top.
8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from quinoa and black beans.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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