Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers
These peppers stuffed with quinoa are delicious and enjoyed by many.
These peppers stuffed with quinoa are delicious and enjoyed by many.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- dash cayenne pepper
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 each medium sweet red yellow and orange peppers
- 4 medium carrots finely chopped
- 2 medium onions finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons sunflower kernels
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
- 1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
- Carbohydrate 1.79766401365604 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 4.93378381247373 g
- Fiber 0.20689041824822 g
- Protein 1.14288617353267 g
- Saturated Fat 0.447428534718348 g
- Serving Size 1 1 serving (18g)
- Sodium 29.0599979156949 mg
- Sugar 1.59077359540782 g
- Trans Fat 0.148021138884899 g
- Calories 53 calories
Step-by-step
- In a small saucepan, bring the broth, water and bay leaf to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Discard bay leaf.
- Cut peppers in half lengthwise and discard seeds. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water; invert onto paper towels.
- In a large nonstick skillet, saute the carrots and onions in oil until tender. Add the quinoa, sunflower kernels and seasonings; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Spoon into pepper halves. Place in a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350degrees for 20-25 minutes or until peppers are tender.
- Yield: 6 servings.
As a housewife, I'm always looking for ways to make delicious and healthy meals for my family. These Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers are a perfect example of a dish that is both tasty and nutritious.
The filling is made with quinoa, a grain that is packed with protein and fiber. It's also a good source of iron and magnesium. The peppers are a good source of vitamins A and C, and they also contain antioxidants that can help protect your cells from damage.
This dish is also very easy to make. Simply cook the quinoa according to the package directions, then stuff the peppers with the quinoa mixture. Bake the peppers in the oven until they are tender, and you're done!
These Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers are a great way to get your family to eat more vegetables. They're also a good source of protein and fiber, making them a filling and satisfying meal.
