Flavorful fiesta quinoa is stuffed into these pretty pepper packages for an awesome weeknight meal, (vegan, gluten-free).
INGREDIENTS
STUFFED PEPPERS
- 4 large bell peppers
- 3/4 cup quinoa (dry, uncooked)
- 15 oz. can black beans
- 1 cup corn (I use frozen, thawed)
- 2 green onions
- 2/3 cup salsa
- 2 Tbsp. nutritional yeast (I use this brand)
- 1 1/2 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. chili powder
TOPPINGS OF CHOICE
- Guacamole, salsa, dairy-free sour cream, hot sauce, etc.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook quinoa according to package directions with 1 1/2 cups water/broth. (I often use vegetable broth in place of water for more flavor.)
- Meanwhile, halve bell peppers and remove stems, seeds and ribs.
- Rinse and drain black beans, thaw corn, and slice green onions.