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Southwestern Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Delicious gluten-free stuffed peppers with a southwestern twist.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southwestern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 bell peppers tops cut off and seeds removed
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 lime juiced
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine quinoa, black beans, corn, cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell peppers with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes, until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
  5. Remove from oven and drizzle with lime juice. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 100mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Gluten-Free, Stuffed Peppers
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