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Jennifer Johnson

Ricotta Stuffed Bell Peppers: A Deliciously Healthy Recipe

A delicious and healthy recipe for Ricotta Stuffed Bell Peppers, perfect for a nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large bell peppers any color
  • Olive oil for drizzling

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Drizzle the outside of the peppers with olive oil and place them in a baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cooked quinoa, chopped spinach, marinara sauce, half of the mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Spoon the ricotta mixture into each bell pepper, packing it down gently.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let the peppers cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed pepperCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For added protein, mix in cooked ground turkey or chicken into the ricotta filling.
  • Experiment with different vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini in the filling for extra flavor and nutrients.

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