Customizable Stuffed Veggies You Pick Filling And Seasoning 1771028167471 Muci

Ingredients

• 4 large Bell peppers or large zucchini
• 1 lb Ground protein (beef, turkey, or lentils)
• 1.5 cups Cooked rice or quinoa
• 0.5 cup Diced onion
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)(optional)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Dried oregano or Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp Salt and black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish.

2. 2

   Prepare your vegetables by cutting off the tops of peppers or slicing zucchini in half lengthwise and scooping out the seeds.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.

4. 4

   Add your chosen ground protein to the skillet and cook until browned, draining any excess fat.

5. 5

   Stir in the cooked rice, half of the tomato sauce, and your selected seasonings (oregano, salt, and pepper).

6. 6

   Stuff each prepared vegetable cavity generously with the protein and rice mixture.

7. 7

   Place the stuffed veggies in the baking dish, pour the remaining tomato sauce over them, and cover with foil.

8. 8

   Bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the veggies are tender.