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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. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Drain any excess liquid.

  5. 5

    In a large bowl, combine the wilted spinach, cooked rice, crumbled feta cheese, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Stuff each pepper half generously with the spinach and feta mixture.

  7. 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. 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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