Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice and Veggie Filling
Oven-baked bell peppers filled with seasoned rice, vegetables, and herbs for a balanced plant-based meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
4 bell peppers
1 cup cooked rice
1 onion
1 zucchini
1 carrot
1 cup tomatoes
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup parsley
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare bell peppers by removing tops and seeds.
- Cook onion and garlic in oil.
- Add zucchini, carrot, and tomatoes.
- Mix in rice and seasoning.
- Add broth and combine.
- Fill peppers with mixture.
- Bake covered, then uncovered.
- Rest before serving.
Notes
Do not overcook vegetables before baking to maintain texture.