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Vegan Stuffed Peppers with Lentils Recipe

Hearty vegan stuffed peppers filled with a spiced lentil and veggie mixture, perfect for a wholesome dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Bell peppers – 4 large
  • Brown lentils cooked – 1 cup
  • Onion diced – 1 medium
  • Garlic cloves minced – 3
  • Canned diced tomatoes – 1 cup
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Ground cumin – 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley chopped – 2 tablespoons
  • Salt – ½ teaspoon
  • Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice tops off peppers and remove seeds.
  3. Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
  4. Add cooked lentils, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in parsley, then stuff mixture into peppers.
  6. Place peppers upright in baking dish, cover with foil.
  7. Bake 30 minutes until peppers soften but still hold shape.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 220
  • Total Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 11g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 18%
  • Vitamin C: 120%
  • Folate: 15%
  • Vitamin A: 20%
  • Magnesium: 12%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add a dash of chili flakes for heat if you dare.
  • Top with vegan cheese before baking for extra indulgence.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully and taste even better the next day.