Description
Cheese Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and creamy dish packed with rice, beans, and spices, perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup cooked rice (or quinoa)
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash the bell peppers and slice the tops off, removing the seeds and membranes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded cheese, black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into each pepper, pressing down gently.
- Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish, add a splash of water to the bottom, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let the peppers rest for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh cilantro and serving.
Notes
These peppers are great for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pepper
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg