Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large sweet peppers; 2 cups cooked brown rice; 3 small tomatoes, chopped; 1 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1 small sweet onion, chopped; ⅓ cup canned red beans, rinsed and drained; ⅓ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained; ¾ cup cubed monterey jack cheese; 1 (4 1/4 ounce) canchopped ripe olives; 4 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; ¾ cup meatless spaghetti sauce; ½ cup water; 4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided

Servings: persons

6 large sweet peppers
2 cups cooked brown rice
3 small tomatoes, chopped
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 small sweet onion, chopped
⅓ cup canned red beans, rinsed and drained
⅓ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
¾ cup cubed monterey jack cheese
1 (4 1/4 ounce) canchopped ripe olives
4 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¾ cup meatless spaghetti sauce
½ cup water
4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided

1
Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, combine the rice, tomatoes, corn, onion and beans.
3
Stir in the Monterey Jack cheese, olives, basil, garlic, salt and pepper.
4
Spoon into peppers.
5
Combine spaghetti sauce and water; pour half into an oval 5-qt.
6
slow cooker.
7
Add the stuffed peppers.
8
Top with remaining sauce.
9
Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
10
Cover and cook on low for 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through.
11
Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

773

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large sweet peppers, 2 cups cooked brown rice, 3 small tomatoes, chopped, 1 cup frozen corn, thawed, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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