Vegan Stuffed Bell Pepper

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Ingredients:

  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, diced
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz) 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon
  • chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Prepping and Cooking Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare a baking dish that can hold the stuffed bell peppers.
  3. Slice off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  4. Rinse the peppers and set them aside.
  5. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  6. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become fragrant and translucent.
  7. Add the diced zucchini and mushrooms to the skillet.
  8. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  9. Stir in the cooked quinoa or rice, black beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes (with their juice), cumin, paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper.
  10. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
  11. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  12. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
  13. Stuff the prepared bell peppers with the vegetable and quinoa (or rice) mixture, pressing it down gently.
  14. Place the stuffed bell peppers in the baking dish. If there is any remaining stuffing, you can spread it around the bell peppers in the baking dish. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the bell peppers are tender.
  15. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes to lightly brown the tops of the stuffed bell peppers.
  16. Once cooked, remove the stuffed bell peppers from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
  17. Serve the Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers warm, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.

These Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers are a nutritious and satisfying meal. Enjoy the flavors of the colorful bell peppers and the delicious filling of quinoa (or rice) and assorted vegetables!

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