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Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers

Delicious Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers You'll Love

Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers are a delightful escape from the mundane, packed with savory rice, vibrant herbs, and tangy feta.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers Choose colorful, firm peppers
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Can substitute half with quinoa
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumble over the top
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Adjust for tanginess
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Fresh Basil or Mint For garnish
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes For added spice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add halved cherry tomatoes and sliced Kalamata olives to the skillet. Stir in cooked rice, parsley, and oregano, warming for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Trim the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Rinse them under cold water and arrange upright in a baking dish.
  5. Fill each bell pepper with the rice mixture, pressing down gently to pack the filling.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of each pepper. Return to the oven uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1100IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover peppers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

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