How to Make Easy Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stuffed bell peppers are a classic comfort food dish that is both tasty and versatile. This dish is a great way to showcase the beautiful colors and flavors of bell peppers while also getting creative with the stuffing. Whether you are a vegan or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, these Easy Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers are sure to become a new favorite in your recipe rotation. With a hearty filling of quinoa, black beans, and a variety of veggies, these pepper...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ cup barley
  • 2 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup reduced-fat vegetarian refried beans (such as Ortega®)
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella-style vegan cheese (such as Daiya®), or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 bell peppers

  • Bring water and barley to a boil in a pot over high heat. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer until most of the water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add bell peppers, cover, and steam until just tender, about 5 minutes. Rinse peppers under cold water. Cut off the tops and reserve to cover filled peppers.
  • Remove barley from heat and keep covered for 5 to 10 more minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Transfer barley to a large bowl and mix in refried beans. Sprinkle in black pepper and mix well. Stuff the peppers with the barley and refried beans mixture. Arrange peppers in a small baking dish and sprinkle vegan cheese over the filling. Cover with the reserved tops.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until centers are very hot, about 30 minutes. Let cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    349 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 791mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 17g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 132mg
    • Calcium: 79mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 503mg