Baked feta stuffed peppers – Pin Your Pin

These Baked feta stuffed peppers are a delicious and easy to prepare dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. Filled with a tasty blend of crumbled feta, grains and herbs and cooked to perfection, they are ideal as a light main dish or side dish. With their bright colors and creamy feta filling, they are sure to impress at any table!

Ingredients:

• 4 large peppers (any color, tops cut, seeds removed)
• 1 cup cooked quinoa (or rice, couscous or farro)
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup black oliveschopped (optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsleyax
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little warmth)
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepperto taste
• 1/4 cup marinara sauce (optional, for a sauce base)
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (optional, for more brightness)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the peppers

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Wash and cut the top of the peppers. Remove the seeds and membranes from the inside. Cancel.
3. If you wish, you can place a spoonful of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish for a little extra flavor and moisture, but it’s optional.

Step 2: prepare the filling

1. In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa (or rice, couscous or farro), crumbled feta cheese, chopped olives (if you use it), fresh parsley, dried oregano, garlic powderAnd crushed red pepper flakes.
2. Sprinkle with olive oil and add salt And pepper to taste. Mix everything together until well combined.
3. If you prefer a little spice, you can add a little lemon juice to the filling mixture.

Step 3: Stuff the peppers

1. Carefully pour the filling mixture into each pepper, packing it tightly so they are filled to the top.
2. Arrange the stuffed peppers in the prepared baking dish. Water a little more olive oil on top of each stuffed pepper for added flavor and moisture while cooking.

Step 4: Cook the peppers

1. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender and lightly roasted.
2. After 25-30 minutes, remove the foil and bake again 10 minutes to allow the tops to become crispy and the feta to melt slightly.

Step 5: Serve and enjoy

1. Once the peppers are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
2. Garnish with extra fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
3. Serve as a main dish with a light salad or as a side with your favorite protein!

Tips and variations:

• Add Protein: For a heartier meal, you can add ground chicken, ground turkeyOr chickpeas to the quinoa mixture.
• Cheese variations: If you’re not a fan of feta, you can swap it for goat cheese, MozzarellaOr Cheddar.
• Make it vegan: Use a plant-based feta or other vegan cheese alternatives to make this completely plant-based dish.
• Additional Vegetables: Add dice tomatoes, spinachOr zucchini to the garnish for more vegetables and flavor.

Conclusion

These Baked feta stuffed peppers are a simple but tasty dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner or as a side dish. The combination of creamy feta, fresh herbs and grains wrapped in a tender pepper makes every bite satisfying and delicious. Customize the topping to your liking and enjoy this nutritious, easy-to-prepare meal!