Description
Greek Stuffed Peppers with Feta Cheese are vibrant bell peppers filled with a flavorful mixture of rice, herbs, and tangy feta, baked to perfection for a wholesome and satisfying Mediterranean meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes, cooked rice, parsley, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in crumbled feta cheese.
- Stuff each pepper with the rice mixture and place them upright in a baking dish.
- Pour vegetable broth or water into the baking dish around the peppers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until peppers are tender and slightly browned.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use a mix of colored bell peppers for a vibrant presentation.
- Feta cheese adds a tangy flavor but can be substituted with ricotta for a milder taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg