Welcome to the delicious world of Black Bean and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this mouth-watering recipe.
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First, preheat your oven to 375°F. While it's heating up, let's get started on the filling. Cook 1 cup of quinoa according to package instructions.
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Next, sauté 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves in a pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once they're soft, add in 1 can of black beans (drained and rinsed).
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Now it's time to add some flavor! Mix in 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let it cook for a few minutes until the flavors are well combined.
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In a separate bowl, mix together the cooked quinoa and black bean mixture. This will be the filling for our stuffed peppers.
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Cut 4 bell peppers in half and remove the seeds. Place them on a baking sheet and fill each half with the quinoa and black bean mixture.
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Top each pepper with shredded cheese and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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While the peppers are baking, let's make a simple avocado salsa to go on top. Mash 1 avocado and mix in 1 diced tomato, 1 diced jalapeño, and a squeeze of lime juice.
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Once the peppers are done, take them out of the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Then, top each one with a spoonful of the avocado salsa.
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And there you have it, Black Bean and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers that are bursting with flavor and packed with nutrients. Enjoy this healthy and delicious meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and happy. Bon appétit!