Roasted Fall Vegetable Stuffed Bell Peppers
This dish features bell peppers filled with a roasted mixture of seasonal fall vegetables like squash, carrots, and parsnips, which are baked until tender and fragrant. The filling is combined with herbs and topped with cheese or herbs, creating a colorful and hearty presentation with a comforting, roasted flavor and a tender yet slightly caramelized texture on top.
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Calories: 250kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Food processor or grater (optional for chopping)
Ingredients
- 2 pcs bell peppers halved and seeded
- 1 cup squash roasted and diced
- 1 cup carrots roasted and diced
- 1 cup parsnips roasted and diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil for roasting vegetables
- 1 tsp dried thyme or fresh, minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the squash, carrots, and parsnips into small cubes, then toss them with olive oil, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- While the vegetables are roasting, halve the bell peppers and carefully remove the seeds and membranes. Place them on a baking dish, cut side up, ready to be filled.
- Once the roasted vegetables are done and slightly cooled, gently chop or mash them coarsely in a mixing bowl. Mix in the shredded cheese and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the vegetable mixture evenly into each bell pepper half, pressing gently to pack the filling inside.
- Transfer the stuffed peppers to the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let the peppers cool slightly. Garnish with fresh herbs or an extra sprinkle of cheese if desired. Serve warm to enjoy the tender roasted vegetables and vibrant peppers.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh herbs or a drizzle of balsamic vinegar before serving. Feel free to customize with your favorite cheeses or herbs for variations.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 600mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg