HEALTHY VEGETARIAN STUFFED PEPPERS

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No one will even miss the meat in this hearty, cheesy vegetarian meal. Brown rice helps make the tender peppers surprisingly filling, and the seasonings add lots of flavor. It makes especially nice weeknight family fare! -Lisa DeMarsh, Mt. Solon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 large green peppers
2 cups frozen vegetarian meat crumbles
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Discard stems. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the meat crumbles, rice, onion, tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese and seasonings. Spoon into pepper halves. Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through and peppers are tender. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Masfe Biwash
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great go-to recipe for a quick and easy meal.


Lauriant Ephard
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Asadullah Sultani
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The filling was so flavorful and the peppers were cooked perfectly.


Unisha rai
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Arhamkhan Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Adamu Muhammad6957
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I love that this recipe is so customizable. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Daniella Dzyadovych
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I've never made stuffed peppers before, but this recipe made it easy. The peppers were cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious.


ti Eyob
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new recipes. This one is a keeper!


Tiens International /FSD
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. It's a great healthy and delicious meal.


Mikey Miller
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


Siva Kwt
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can use any kind of vegetables you have on hand.


Tunde Iyanu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great go-to recipe for a quick and easy meal.


Muhsin Rajput
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


SYRAX 556
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The filling was so flavorful and the peppers were cooked perfectly.


Sayan Rj Ex
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


spideysnipes
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables.


Fahim Islam
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I wasn't sure how I would like this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The peppers were tender and the filling was flavorful.


Kylee Wade
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is perfect.


Md Sadihn
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Matt Paulino
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These stuffed peppers were a hit! The filling was flavorful and the peppers were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.