Description
These Spinach and Feta Stuffed Peppers are a fresh, flavorful vegetarian dish filled with a creamy spinach and feta mixture, seasoned with herbs and baked until tender. Perfect as a light main course or a hearty side.
Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 oz fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray or drizzle (for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice, feta, mozzarella, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked spinach mixture and stir to combine.
- Place bell pepper halves in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the spinach-feta mixture evenly into each pepper half.
- Lightly spray or drizzle the tops with olive oil.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until peppers are tender and the tops are lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use cooked quinoa instead of rice for a protein boost.
- You can prep the filling a day ahead and stuff/bake when ready to serve.
- Try adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.
- Red, yellow, or orange bell peppers work best for sweetness and color.
- Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pepper halves
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
