Vegetarian Stuffed Piquillo Peppers Recipe
Make Vegetarian Stuffed Piquillo Peppers Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Peppers
Topping
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Cook Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the broth is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, red onion, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Peppers Preparation
- 3
Prepare Piquillo Peppers
Carefully open the jar of piquillo peppers and drain any liquid. Gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
Stuffing and Baking
- 4
Stuff Peppers
Using a spoon, carefully stuff each piquillo pepper with the quinoa filling. Make sure to fill them generously.
- 5
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish, ensuring they are snug but not overcrowded.
- 6
Add Toppings
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the stuffed peppers. Drizzle olive oil on top for added flavor.
- 7
Serving
- 8
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as an appetizer, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
