vegetarian

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with rice, beans, corn, and cheese. A complete meal in an edible bowl.

By chemiztryJuly 15, 2023
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Servings
6

Ingredients

  • 6 bell peppers (mixed colors)
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. Place in a baking dish.

  3. 3

    Mix rice, beans, corn, salsa, 1 cup cheese, and spices.

  4. 4

    Stuff peppers with the rice mixture.

  5. 5

    Add 1/4 cup water to the bottom of the dish.

  6. 6

    Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.

  7. 7

    Remove foil, top with remaining cheese.

  8. 8

    Bake 10 more minutes until cheese is melted and peppers are tender.

  9. 9

    Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream.

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