Moroccan Stuffed Peppers

Moroccan Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and flavorful dish, combining aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and hearty grains for a satisfying vegetarian lunch. Each pepper is a colorful vessel filled with a savory mix, perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

• Bell Peppers (red or yellow) - 2 large
• Couscous - 100 grams
• Chickpeas (canned, drained) - 200 grams
• Red onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a saucepan, bring 250ml of water to a boil. Add couscous, remove from heat, cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
5. Add the diced zucchini and carrot to the skillet, cooking until they are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Stir in the drained chickpeas, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix it into the vegetable mixture. Add chopped parsley and lemon juice; stir to combine.
8. Stuff each bell pepper with the couscous mixture until they are generously filled.
9. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Drizzle a little olive oil over the tops.
10. Cover the dish with 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.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas.

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