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Delightful and Vegan: A Greek Twist on Stuffed Peppers

Introduction

Stuffed peppers are a classic dish that can be made in so many different ways. This recipe adds a Greek twist to the traditional recipe, using Mediterranean spices and flavors for a delicious and healthy meal. And the best part? It’s completely vegan!

Ingredients

• 4 large peppers, seeded and cut in half
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large pot, bring 2 cups of vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
3. In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic to the pan and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until onions are translucent.
4. Add chickpeas, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Add cooked quinoa to the chickpea mixture. Stir in chopped olives and mix well.
6. Stuff each pepper half with the quinoa and chickpea mixture.
7. Place peppers in a baking dish and add 1/2 cup of water to the bottom of the dish. Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes or until peppers are tender.
8. Serve hot with a lemon wedge.

Outro

These stuffed peppers are packed with flavor and have a healthy plant-based protein punch with the added chickpeas. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to add a little extra zing to their stuffed peppers. Give it a try!