Mediterranean Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Est. Cost: $12.16 | $3.04 per person

Estimated cost based on featured sale items only. Does not include common pantry staples (oil, salt, spices, etc.).

Colorful bell peppers filled with quinoa, vegetables, and feta cheese for a healthy vegetarian dinner.

Ingredients

Directions

Step 1: Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool slightly.

Step 2: Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds and membranes.

Step 3: In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, diced tomatoes, cucumber, feta, olives, oregano, 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

Step 4: Brush peppers with remaining olive oil. Stand peppers in a baking dish.

Step 5: Stuff each pepper with quinoa mixture, packing firmly.

Step 6: Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake 5 more minutes.

Step 7: Let cool 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.

Chef's Tip: Choose peppers that can stand upright. You can prepare and stuff peppers ahead, then bake when ready.

Save by using Using sale tomatoes and olive oil keeps this veggie-packed meal affordable and Serve with Greek yogurt and pita bread.