Stuffed Green Peppers
Stuffed Green Peppers might be just the side dish you are searching for. This gluten free and vegetarian recipe serves 4. One serving contains 746 calories, 43g of protein, and 32g of fat. A mixture of swiss cheese, rice, chili powder, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
In a saucepan bring 2 cups water to a boil.
Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Combine cooked rice with black beans and chili powder.
Cut the tops off of the peppers and remove the ribs and seeds. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the rice and bean mixture into the bottoms of the peppers.
Lay a slice of cheese on top and repeat 3 more times, ending with cheese on top.
Bake in preheated oven until peppers soften, about 45 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat tomato sauce in a small saucepan over low to medium heat. Slice peppers in half, top with tomato sauce and serve.