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Tuscan Ricotta Stuffed Peppers

Tuscan Ricotta Stuffed Peppers Bursting with Flavor

Delight in Tuscan Ricotta Stuffed Peppers—colorful and flavorful, perfect for dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers Any color
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For brushing
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Or thawed frozen spinach
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Low-fat for lighter option
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Green Onions
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Flat-leaf Parsley Or cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Fennel Seed Crushed for extra aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • 2 large Eggs Flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free option available
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Oil For breadcrumbs topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise, discard seeds. Brush cut sides with olive oil and place cut side up on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake peppers for about 20 minutes or until tender. Drain excess water and reduce oven temperature to 350°F (176°C).
  3. In a bowl, heat spinach until wilted. Chop and mix with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, green onions, herbs, and seasonings. Stir in eggs and breadcrumbs.
  4. Stuff each bell pepper half with the ricotta filling while avoiding overflow.
  5. Mix breadcrumbs with olive oil for topping and sprinkle over stuffed peppers.
  6. Bake at 350°F (176°C) for 30 minutes. Optional: broil for 1-2 minutes for a crispy finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare ahead of time and store in the fridge before baking to keep them fresh and delicious.

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