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Baked Stuffed Capsicums Or Bell Peppers Recipe

Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean feast with our Baked Stuffed Capsicums! Sweet bell peppers are perfectly baked and filled with a savory mix of fluffy rice, sun-dried tomatoes, salty olives, and crunchy pine nuts. This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 249.3 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Baked Stuffed Capsicums Or Bell Peppers 109

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Stuffed Capsicums Or Bell Peppers

  • 4 large Red Capsicums
  • 1 cup uncooked Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves minced Garlic
  • 1 finely chopped Onion
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced Tomatoes, undrained
  • 0 Stuffed Olives
  • 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata Olives
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts
  • 0 Mild Cheese
  • 0 Pecorino Cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese

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How to Make Baked Stuffed Capsicums Or Bell Peppers

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Cut the tops off 4 large bell peppers (any color) and set aside.
  3. Remove seeds and membranes from the peppers.
  4. Blanch peppers in boiling salted water for 5 minutes, or microwave for 1-2 minutes. Drain well.
  5. Cook 1 cup of rice according to package directions.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté 1 finely chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
  7. Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives, 1/4 cup pine nuts, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano.
  8. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in cooked rice, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.
  10. Fill each pepper with the rice mixture. Top with the pepper tops or extra cheese.
  11. Place stuffed peppers in a greased baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

4g

Carbs

13g

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