Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers with Spiced Quinoa

This vibrant Arab-inspired dish features bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of spiced quinoa, chickpeas, and fresh herbs. It's a delightful way to enjoy a hearty vegetarian meal that's both nutritious and satisfying.

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Cut the top off the bell pepper and remove the seeds. 3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until soft. 4. Stir in the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. 5. Stuff the mixture into the bell pepper, pressing down gently to pack it in. 6. Place the stuffed pepper in a baking dish and add a splash of water to the bottom. 7. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until the pepper is tender. 8. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

1 large bell pepper (any color) 1/2 cup cooked quinoa 1/4 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/4 tsp paprika Salt and pepper to taste 1 tbsp olive oil Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)