Mediterranean Lamb-And Couscous-Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Lamb-And Couscous-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 4 green bell peppers (2 pound total or combination) or 4 yellow bell peppers, rinsed (2 pound total or combination); 1 1/2 cups chopped onions; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary leaves; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 8 ounces ground lamb; 5 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 2/3 cups chicken broth (fat-skimmed); 1 1/4 cups couscous; 1 cup chopped parsley; salt; 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Servings: persons

4 4 green bell peppers (2 pound total or combination) or 4 yellow bell peppers, rinsed (2 pound total or combination)
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon olive oil
8 ounces ground lamb
5 tablespoons lemon juice
1 2/3 cups chicken broth (fat-skimmed)
1 1/4 cups couscous
1 cup chopped parsley
salt
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

1
Slice peppers in half lengthwise through the stems and remove seeds.
2
Place halves, cut side down, in a 12-by-17-inch baking pan.
3
Bake in a 450 degree, regular or convection oven until lightly browned and tender when pierced,13 to 18 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, in a 10-to-12-inch frying pan over high heat, stir onions, garlic, thyme, mint and rosemary in olive oil until onions are limp and begining to brown, about 5 minutes.
5
Add ground lamb and 3 tablespoons lemon juice.
6
Stir until lamb is browned and crumbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
7
Stir in broth, couscous, and remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
8
Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat; let stand until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender to bite, 3to 4 minutes.
9
Stir in parsley; add salt to taste.
10
Turn pepper halves over; fill each with about 2/3 cup lamb mixture.
11
Sprinkle feta cheese evenly over filling.
12
Bake until cheese is slightly melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
13
Transfer peppers to a platter.
14
Serve.

477

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 4 green bell peppers (2 pound total or combination) or 4 yellow bell peppers, rinsed (2 pound total or combination), 1 1/2 cups chopped onions, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Lamb-And Couscous-Stuffed Bell Peppers falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mediterranean Lamb-And Couscous-Stuffed Bell Peppers

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions