Description
Spooky Stuffed Peppers for Two is a festive and charming dish that captures the spirit of Halloween while providing a nutritious meal for two. With vibrant colors and playful presentation, it’s perfect for a cozy dinner or Halloween celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large bell peppers
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup black beans
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Sour cream for garnish
- Guacamole for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the quinoa mixture, packing it in tightly.
- Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the tops.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Garnish with sour cream or guacamole to create spooky faces.
- Serve warm and enjoy your festive meal.
Notes
- Choose firm and vibrant bell peppers that can stand upright for the best presentation.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: recipes
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 30
Keywords: Halloween, stuffed peppers, festive recipe, healthy meal, cozy dinner