Lentil and Veggie Stuffed Bell Peppers
Flavorful bell peppers stuffed with seasoned lentils and vegetables.
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Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup lentils (cooked)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 medium zucchini (diced)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
Method
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds.
- 3
Sauté onion and zucchini in olive oil until soft.
- 4
Mix cooked lentils, sautéed veggies, tomato sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Stuff peppers with lentil mixture and place in a baking dish.
- 6
Bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.
- 7
Garnish with parsley before serving.
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