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Easy Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful rice and vegetable mixture, baked to perfection for a healthy vegetarian meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers tops removed
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup corn
  • 0.5 cup black beans optional
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheese optional

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare peppers by removing tops and seeds.
  3. Cook onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
  4. Add vegetables, spices, and cook mixture.
  5. Mix in cooked rice.
  6. Stuff peppers with mixture.
  7. Bake covered 25 minutes.
  8. Add cheese and bake uncovered 15 minutes.

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables or make it vegan by skipping cheese.