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QUINOA AND BLACK BEAN STUFFED PEPPERS

Nutritious Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

A delicious and healthy meal featuring bell peppers stuffed with quinoa, black beans, and various spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Essential Ingredients
  • 4 large bell peppers Any color (red, yellow, green, or orange)
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth For cooking quinoa
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn Fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 teaspoon cumin For flavor
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder For spice
  • to taste salt and pepper For seasoning
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes Fresh or canned
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese Optional, for topping
  • to taste fresh cilantro For garnish

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Prepare the quinoa by cooking it in vegetable broth until fluffy.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the bell peppers by cutting the tops off and removing seeds.
  3. Make the filling by mixing cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, spices, and diced tomatoes.
  4. Stuff the prepared peppers with the filling and top with cheese if desired.
  5. Bake the stuffed peppers covered with foil for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

Notes

This recipe is versatile; feel free to add other vegetables or proteins as desired.