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Healthy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice & Veggies – A Feel-Good Dinner

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  • Author: Michelle Davis
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 stuffed bell peppers 1x

Description

A wholesome, colorful dinner made with tender bell peppers filled with seasoned rice and vegetables, perfect for a nourishing and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 4 large bell peppers

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 medium zucchini, diced

  • 1 cup diced tomatoes

  • 1 cup cooked rice

  • 1/2 cup corn kernels

  • 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth or water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare bell peppers by cutting off tops and removing seeds.

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and zucchini.

  • Stir in tomatoes, rice, corn, chickpeas, spices, and broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  • Stuff mixture into peppers and arrange in a baking dish.

  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake 10 to 15 minutes more.

  • Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

These peppers store well for meal prep and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or grains.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes

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