Easy Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers & Vegan & Gluten-Free Recipe
Try these quinoa-stuffed bell peppers, a high-protein vegan dish that’s gluten-free . The bell pepper is cut in half and stuffed with quinoa, black beans, corn, and spices. The quinoa mixture is topped with grated cheese and baked. The plate is served with a side of avocado.. Ready in 25 minutes for a quick, healthy dinner.
- Preparation time: 25 minutes
- Nutritional benefits: High in fiber, protein-rich, vegan
- Tips: For faster cooking, pre-cook the quinoa or use a microwaveable quinoa pack.
Ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers, tops removed and seeds cleaned out
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix quinoa, black beans, corn, cumin, smoked paprika, and salsa in a bowl.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Ingredient substitutions:
- Gluten-free: Use gluten-free salsa.
- Vegan: Recipe is naturally vegan.
