How to Make Tofu and Rice Stuffed Peppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stuffed peppers are a versatile and convenient dish that can be easily customized to suit any dietary preferences. Whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, or meat-eater, there’s a stuffed pepper recipe out there that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds. Today, we’re going to dive into a unique and delicious recipe for Tofu and Rice Stuffed Peppers that’s perfect for anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and diced
  • 1 ¾ cups marinara sauce, divided
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 red bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 2 orange bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 slices tomato

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place rice and water in a pot and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 45 minutes, or until tender.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and stir in garlic and tofu. Cook about 5 minutes. Mix in 1/4 cup marinara sauce, season with salt and pepper, and continue to cook and stir until tofu is evenly brown.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Using a wooden spoon or spatula, press an equal amount of rice into each pepper half. Layer rice with remaining marinara sauce, and 1/2 the cheese. Press equal amounts of tofu into the pepper halves. Place 1 tomato slice on each pepper, and top peppers with remaining mozzarella. Arrange stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
  • Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is melted. Serve 1/2 of each color pepper to each person.
  • Nutrition

    554 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 813mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 195mg
    • Calcium: 643mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 984mg