Description
Spooky Stuffed Pumpkin Peppers are a fun and delicious Halloween treat that combines festive spirit with flavors that even picky eaters will enjoy. These visually appealing peppers are packed with fresh vegetables and lean proteins, making them a wholesome choice for Halloween festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the quinoa mixture, packing it tightly.
- Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the peppers cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm bell peppers that can stand upright for the best presentation.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: recipes
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 40
Keywords: Halloween, stuffed peppers, kid-friendly, healthy, festive