Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

Name: Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 large red bell peppers, halved from stem to base, seeds and membranes removed; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, as needed; Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper, for sprinkling; ½ cup long-grain brown rice (or 1 ½ cups cooked rice); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; ½ teaspoon fine salt, to taste; 1 pint (2 cups) cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered if large; ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish; 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced; 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 can (1 ½ cups) pinto beans, rinsed and drained; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 4 ounces (about 1 cup) grated part-skim mozzarella or cheddar; Optional garnishes: Sliced ripe avocado or guacamole, perhaps a drizzle of cilantro-hemp pesto, red salsa, sour cream or vegan sour cream

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:1h

These vegetarian stuffed peppers are inspired by my favorite Mexican dishes! This recipe features roasted bell peppers filled with a flavorful combination of pinto beans, brown rice and fresh veggies, topped with melted cheese (optional). This recipe yields 8 stuffed peppers, enough for 4 main dish servings or 8 sides.

Updated at: Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:07:04 GMT