Discover a delightful fusion of flavours and nutrition with our Quinoa-Stuffed Bell Peppers. This diabetes-friendly vegetarian recipe transforms ordinary bell peppers into savoury vessels filled with a wholesome blend of quinoa, black beans, colourful vegetables, and aromatic spices. Balancing taste and health, these stuffed peppers offer a satisfying and protein-rich option that aligns with dietary considerations for diabetes management.
Number of Serving: 4
Nutrition Information (per serving):
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Calories: Approximately 300-350 kcal
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Protein: 15g
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Carbohydrates: 50g
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Dietary Fiber: 10g
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Sugars: 5g
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Fat: 7g
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Saturated Fat: 3g
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Cholesterol: 15mg
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Sodium: 400mg (may vary based on added salt)
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Vitamin C: 150% DV
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Calcium: 20% DV
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Iron: 25% DV
Ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded low-fat cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Bell Peppers:
- Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise, removing seeds and membranes. Place them in a baking dish.
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Prepare Quinoa:
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
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Prepare Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, spinach, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Stuff the Peppers:
- Fill each bell pepper half with the quinoa mixture, pressing it down gently.
- Top each stuffed pepper with shredded cheese.
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Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the peppers are tender.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Serve warm, and enjoy these flavourful and diabetes-friendly Quinoa-Stuffed Bell Peppers!
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