Stuffed Bell Pepper Delight

This vibrant stuffed bell pepper is filled with a delicious mix of quinoa, black beans, and spices, making it a hearty and nutritious vegetarian main dish. Perfect for a quick dinner or a lunch the next day!

Main Dish Vegetarian
easy 35 min 320 cal
Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Slice the top off the bell pepper and remove the seeds. 3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. 4. Stuff the mixture into the bell pepper. 5. Place the stuffed pepper upright in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. 6. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. 7. If using cheese, remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Ingredients

1 large bell pepper (any color) 1/4 cup cooked quinoa 1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons corn (fresh or frozen) 1 tablespoon diced tomatoes 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon shredded cheese (optional)

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