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Greek Stuffed Peppers with Cheese & Olives

Irresistible Greek Stuffed Peppers with Cheese & Olives Recipe

Enjoy Greek Stuffed Peppers with Cheese & Olives, a flavorful low-carb vegetarian dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 6 pieces Peppers (Romano, Anaheim, or Poblanos) Choose shiny, firm peppers for best texture.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Feta Cheese, Crumbled Can substitute with ricotta.
  • 2 Tablespoons Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream Use thick yogurt for a low-fat option.
  • 6-8 oz Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Consider substituting with provolone or omitting.
  • 2 pieces Scallions, Thinly Sliced Chives can be used as an alternative.
  • 10-12 pieces Kalamata Olives, Pitted and Chopped Black olives are an alternative.
  • Freshly Cracked Black Pepper To taste.
  • 1-2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Fresh Mint or Parsley Basil can also be used.
For Roasting and Sauce
  • Olive Oil For drizzling over stuffed peppers.
  • Balsamic Vinegar Optional for drizzling before serving.
  • 1 24oz Marinara Sauce Homemade version enhances freshness.
  • 2 pieces Roasted Red Peppers Intensifies flavors in the marinara sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (250°C).
  2. Rinse and dry the peppers. Slice a long slit down one side to remove seeds.
  3. In a bowl, combine feta, yogurt, mozzarella, scallions, olives, herbs, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stuff each pepper with 1-2 tablespoons of the filling. Place in a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and season.
  5. Roast in the oven for about 25 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  6. Blend marinara sauce with roasted red peppers and warm in a saucepan.
  7. Serve the peppers over marinara sauce, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and garnish with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh peppers and adjust seasoning to your taste. Pair with a salad or pita for a balanced meal.

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