Stuffed Bell Peppers

Meat Version: Spiced Mince + Rice + Veg

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers (halved or tops cut off)

• 250g beef or chicken mince

• 1 cup cooked rice

• 1 grated carrot

• ½ grated zucchini

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tsp cumin or taco spice

• Salt, pepper, olive oil

• Optional: grated cheese for topping

Method:

• Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil.

• Add mince and cook until browned.

• Stir in grated veg, cooked rice, and spices.

• Stuff mixture into bell peppers.

• Top with cheese (optional).

• Bake at 180°C for 25–30 mins until peppers are soft.

Veg Version: Quinoa, Black Beans & Veggies

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• 1 cup black beans (cooked or canned, drained)

• 1 grated carrot

• ½ cup corn or chopped mushrooms

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tsp smoked paprika or cumin

• Salt, pepper, olive oil

• Optional: sprinkle of feta 

Method:

• Sauté garlic, grated carrot, and corn/mushrooms in olive oil.

• Stir in quinoa, black beans, and spices.

• Spoon into peppers and bake at 180°C for 25–30 mins.

• Top with feta or avo slices before serving if desired.