Spinach and Feta Stuffed Peppers
Bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of rice, spinach, feta, and toasted pine nuts.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
45 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 4 large Bell Peppers
- 10 oz Fresh Spinach
- 1 cup Feta Cheese
- 1 cup Cooked Rice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- to taste Salt and Pepper(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Drain any excess liquid.
- 5
In a large bowl, combine the wilted spinach, cooked rice, crumbled feta cheese, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
- 6
Stuff each pepper half generously with the spinach and feta mixture.
- 7
Place the peppers in a baking dish, add 1/4 cup of water to the bottom of the dish, and cover with foil.
- 8
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and the tops are slightly golden.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
245
kcal
Protein
10
g
Carbs
22
g
Fat
14
g
Fiber
4
g
Sugar
5
g
Sodium
580
mg
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