GF Apple Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers
A cozy and healthy gluten-free dish blending quinoa, apples, and black beans stuffed into vibrant bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 apple, diced
- 1/2 cup black beans
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta (optional)
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bell peppers by slicing the tops off and scooping out seeds.
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
- Sauté diced apples and black beans in olive oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
- Mix together cooked quinoa, sautéed apples, black beans, cumin, and feta if using in a large bowl.
- Stuff the peppers with the quinoa mixture.
- Bake covered with foil for 25-30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Check for doneness and cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with balsamic glaze or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
These stuffed peppers are great leftovers and can be prepped in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: stuffed peppers, quinoa, gluten-free, healthy, vegetarian