Quinoa-Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

- 4 large bell peppers (any color)

- 1 cup quinoa

- 1 lb ground turkey (or beef, chicken, or meat substitute)

- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon chili powder

- 1 teaspoon cumin

- Salt and pepper to taste

- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)

- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

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

2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. If needed, trim a thin slice from the bottom of each pepper so they can stand upright.

3. In a medium saucepan, cook quinoa according to package instructions. Once cooked, set aside.

4. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.

5. Stir in the cooked quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

6. Place the hollowed-out bell peppers upright in a baking dish. Spoon the quinoa mixture evenly into each pepper, pressing down gently to fill them completely.

7. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese over the stuffed peppers.

8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.

9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly (if using).

10. Once done, remove from the oven and let the stuffed peppers cool slightly before serving.

11. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired, and enjoy your flavorful and nutritious quinoa-stuffed bell peppers!

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