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QUINOA AND BLACK BEAN STUFFED PEPPERS

5 from 4 votes
Hey, food enthusiasts! Ever craved something that’s as wholesome as it is delicious? Look no further! Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Peppers is the answer you’ve been searching for. No, seriously, these gems are nutritious and flavorful all in one go. With AH7, let’s explore this dish together and make cooking an exciting journey, not a chore!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Calories: 530
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For those Gorgeous Stuffed Peppers:
  • Quinoa: 1 cup 185g, because health is wealth!
  • Black Beans: 1 cup 172g, drained (keep that can opener handy!)
  • Bell Peppers: 4 beauties large and ready to be stuffed
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons 30ml, or as Jamie Oliver says, a good glug
  • Onion & Garlic: 1 onion and 2 cloves of garlic finely chopped – trust me, it adds flavor!
  • Tomatoes: 2 chopped, fresh or canned – your call
  • Seasoning: Salt pepper, cumin – the usual suspects
  • Cheese: 1 cup 113g cheddar, shredded (feel free to add more, I won’t tell!)
  • For the ‘Wow’ Factor Garnish:
  • Cilantro & Avocado: A handful and 1 respectively – it’s like the cherry on top

Method
 

LET’S GET COOKING!
  1. Warm Up the Oven: Get it nice and toasty at 375°F (190°C).
  2. Quinoa Time: Boil, simmer, 15 minutes, and boom, done!
  3. Veggie Magic: Sauté onion and garlic. Get those aromas going!
  4. Beans, Tomatoes & Spice: All things nice, cook ’em up with your sautéed veggies.
  5. Mix it Up: Quinoa meets bean mixture, add cheese, stir.
  6. Stuff ’em Up: Those peppers won’t fill themselves!
  7. Bake to Perfection: 20 minutes and you’re in stuffed pepper heaven.
  8. Garnish: Because we eat with our eyes too!

Notes

TIPS FROM A FRIEND
Pick bell peppers that look like they want to be stuffed.
Try brown rice if quinoa’s not your thing.
Add veggies – they’re good for you, and they add color!