Best 5 Mexican Stuffed Peppers With Quinoa Black Beans Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the goodness of quinoa and black beans? Stuffed peppers are a classic dish that can be transformed into a hearty and nutritious meal by filling them with a savory mixture of spices, vegetables, and these wholesome ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the process of creating delectable Mexican stuffed peppers with quinoa and black beans, a dish that's not only flavorful but also packed with essential nutrients to keep you energized throughout the day.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUINOA & BLACK BEAN STUFFED PEPPERS



Quinoa & Black Bean Stuffed Peppers image

If you're thinking about a meatless meal, give these no-fuss peppers a try. They come together with just a few ingredients and put a tasty spin on a low-fat dinner! -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, PA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
4 large green peppers
1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa, divided
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until water is absorbed, 10-12 minutes., Meanwhile, cut and discard tops from peppers; remove seeds. Place in a greased 8-in. square baking dish, cut side down. Microwave, uncovered, on high until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Turn peppers cut side up., Reserve 1/3 cup salsa; add remaining salsa to quinoa. Stir in beans, ricotta cheese and 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Spoon mixture into peppers; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until filling is heated through, 10-15 minutes. Top with reserved salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 774mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

MEXICAN STUFFED PEPPERS WITH QUINOA & BLACK BEANS



Mexican Stuffed Peppers With Quinoa & Black Beans image

Make and share this Mexican Stuffed Peppers With Quinoa & Black Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ShariC

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 50m

Yield 1/2 pepper, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 bell peppers, sliced in half stem-to-tip and seeds removed
1 cup quinoa, uncooked
1/2 medium onion, diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 roma tomato, seeded and diced
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, do not drain
1/4 cup cilantro, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
olive oil
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, grated
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
28 ounces red enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Add quinoa and onion to a large saucepan with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil 5 minutes, cover, turn off heat and let steam 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • In the meantime, microwave pepper halves 2-3 minutes to soften slightly. (Prepared this way, the peppers should come out crisp-tender. If you want them crisper, you can omit this step.).
  • Pour quinoa/onion mixture into a mixing bowl. Stir in black beans, tomato, green chiles and their juices, cilantro, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. If the mixture seems to dry, drizzle in a bit of olive oil (I didn't need any).
  • Pour enchilada sauce into a 9×13″ baking dish. Divide filling among peppers. Nestle stuffed peppers into the enchilada sauce. Sprinkle with cheeses.
  • Cover the pan with foil and bake at 375 degrees 25-30 minutes. Remove foil and cook about 5 minutes longer. Serve peppers drizzled with enchilada sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.7, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 1186.4, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 8, Sugar 9.1, Protein 12.3

QUINOA TACO-STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Quinoa Taco-Stuffed Peppers Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large bell peppers, olive oil, medium onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, quinoa, vegetable stock, black beans, corn, shredded cheese, enchilada sauce, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 large bell peppers, try to find peppers with flat bases that can stand upright
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 ½ cups vegetable stock
15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed, 1 can
1 cup corn
1 cup shredded cheese
½ cup enchilada sauce, or salsa
sour cream
guacamole
shredded cheese
fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Wash and dry the peppers.
  • Using a sharp knife, take off their tops and remove the seeds and pith.
  • Arrange the peppers in an oven-safe dish so that they stand upright.
  • Bake the peppers for 20 minutes.
  • While the peppers are baking, begin cooking the quinoa.
  • Add olive oil to a medium-sized pot or dutch oven with a lid. Add onion and cook over medium heat until tender, about 3 minutes, or until starting to become tender.
  • Add garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Add spices and quinoa. Sauté the quinoa for 1-2 minutes before adding the the vegetable stock.
  • Add the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil over high heat for 2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook covered for 20 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and has absorbed all the remaining liquid.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and add in the beans, corn, cheese, and enchilada sauce. Mix everything together thoroughly.
  • Spoon the quinoa mixture into the pre-baked peppers, being sure to press the mixture firmly into the peppers.
  • Generously top with cheese and return to the oven for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Allow the peppers to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with toppings of your choice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 727 calories, Carbohydrate 87 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 18 grams

MEXICAN QUINOA STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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Make and share this Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lakerdog2

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 peppers, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 green bell peppers, tops cut off
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1/4-1/2 red onion, diced
1 -2 minced garlic clove, depending on how much you like
3 tablespoons diced green peppers (chop up the tops of the bell peppers when you cut them off)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced petite tomatoes, drained well
1/8 cup salsa
3/4 cup corn
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1/8 cup fresh cilantro, i use alot (use more or less depending on how much you like it.)

Steps:

  • Cook bell peppers in boiling water for 3-4 minutes to soften a little. (I did this because I was short on time and wanted to decrease baking time. You can of course, skip this and just stuff the raw peppers, then bake.).
  • Cook Quinoa in chicken broth, NOT water!
  • In a saucepan, sautee onions, garlic and chopped bell pepper tops.
  • Add rest of ingredients and cook until warmed through.
  • Fluff quinoa when it's done and add to saucepan with everything else.
  • Stuff peppers with the mix.
  • Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes depending on the size of your peppers and how much they cooked when they were pre-boiled. They should take no more than 15 minutes for smaller peppers. If you stuffed the peppers raw, they will need to bake for 30-40 minutes. Put a few tablespoons of water in the bottom of the dish too.).
  • NOTE: I wanted to add olives, but had none, so those would be good too. Some cheddar cheese would be great too.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.4, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 73.3, Carbohydrate 62.7, Fiber 14.1, Sugar 7.6, Protein 16

VEGETARIAN AND BLACK BEAN QUINOA STUFFED POBLANOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Vegetarian and Black Bean Quinoa Stuffed Poblanos Recipe by Tasty image

Kick your weeknight dinner up a notch with these flavor-packed stuffed poblano peppers. Full of protein-packed quinoa and black beans, these peppers are way more than a side dish. Try using dairy-free cheese to make them vegan!

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 large poblano chiles
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for greasing
½ medium red onion, diced
kosher salt, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon cayenne
2 cups cooked quinoa
¾ cup canned black bean, drained and rinsed
¾ cup fresh corn kernels
⅔ cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus whole leaves, for garnish
¾ cup monterey jack cheese
avocado, for serving, sliced
Lime wedge, for serving, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with a reusable baking mat or parchment paper.
  • Arrange poblanos on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins begin to turn brown and pull away from the flesh.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the red onion, season with salt, and sauté for 3 minutes, until beginning to soften. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the cumin, coriander, and cayenne and stir to coat the vegetables with the spices.
  • Add the quinoa, beans, corn, tomato sauce, and lime juice and season with salt. Stir to combine, then cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
  • Transfer the roasted poblanos to a bowl and cover with a plate or plastic wrap. Steam for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  • Peel the skins off the poblanos. Leaving the stem intact, cut a slit lengthwise down each pepper to form a pouch. With a small spoon, carefully remove the seeds. The poblano flesh will be delicate-it's fine if it tears a bit.
  • Lay the peeled poblanos side by side in a greased 9-x13-inch (22 cm x 33 cm) baking dish. Stuff each pepper with about ½ cup of the filling. Top each pepper with 2 tablespoons of Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake the stuffed peppers for 15-20 minutes, until the filling is completely warmed through and the cheese is melted and beginning to brown.
  • Serve the peppers garnished with cilantro leaves and serve with avocado slices and lime wedges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right bell peppers: Look for large, firm bell peppers with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid peppers with bruises or soft spots.
  • Prepare the peppers properly: Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds and ribs. Rinse the peppers thoroughly and pat them dry.
  • Cook the quinoa and black beans: Quinoa and black beans are both healthy and flavorful ingredients that add protein and fiber to the stuffed peppers. Cook them according to the package directions.
  • Make the stuffing: Combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and spices in a large bowl. Mix well.
  • Stuff the peppers: Spoon the stuffing into the prepared bell peppers. Pack it in tightly, but don't overstuff the peppers.
  • Bake the stuffed peppers: Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and add a little water or broth to the bottom of the dish. Bake the peppers in a preheated oven at 375°F for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the stuffing is cooked through.
  • Serve the stuffed peppers: Serve the stuffed peppers hot or warm. Top with additional cilantro or sour cream, if desired.

Conclusion:

Mexican stuffed peppers with quinoa and black beans are a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover quinoa and black beans. With a little planning, these stuffed peppers can be made in advance and reheated when you're ready to serve them. So next time you're looking for a tasty and nutritious meal, give these stuffed peppers a try!

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