Description
A playful and delicious vegetarian dish made from bell peppers stuffed with a savory filling of mushrooms, quinoa, and aromatic herbs, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bright orange or yellow bell peppers
- 1 cup diced mushrooms (cremini or shiitake)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley, cilantro)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Vegetable broth (optional, for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare bell peppers by cutting the tops off and removing seeds.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until golden.
- Add chopped mushrooms and cook until tender.
- Stir in cooked quinoa or rice, spices, and herbs, mixing thoroughly.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the filling and place upright in a baking dish.
- Add a splash of vegetable broth or tomato sauce at the bottom of the dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Optional: Sprinkle with breadcrumbs before the end of baking for added crunch.
Notes
For a smokier flavor, consider adding smoked tempeh in place of mushrooms. Feel free to customize the filling based on preferences, such as using lentils or other veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pepper
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegan, Peppers, Halloween, Stuffed Peppers, Healthy