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    Home » Vegetarian Mains » Easy Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Easy Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers

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    My favourite thing about summer is the fresh summer produce that you can pick up at the farmer's market. It makes it the perfect season for fresh salads and vegetable dishes. With so many veggies to choose from, I left with a basket of homegrown bell peppers. And let me tell you something, nothing beats a homegrown bell pepper at the peak of the season (which starts now)! So today, let's indulge in some easy vegan stuffed bell peppers. YES.

    Easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are filled with brown rice, mushrooms, veggies, and seasonings, then baked for 40 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    These bell peppers are stuffed with rice and veggies, which makes them super delicious and incredibly healthy. So, if you're looking for a go-to, easy and delicious week-night dinner option, this just might be the perfect recipe for you. Plus, the leftovers reheat well, so you can pack them for lunch the next day! Win-win!

    Easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are filled with brown rice, mushrooms, veggies, and seasonings, then baked for 40 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight dinner. | aheadofthyme.com
    Easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are filled with brown rice, mushrooms, veggies, and seasonings, then baked for 40 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    This recipe was something that came as a result of some trial-and-error – and a really good one, I must say! I knew I wanted to keep these vegan or vegetarian and skip any meat or cheese, but wasn't sure on the seasoning I was going to use. Well, now I am sure, I am very sure! I love how it turned out!!

    The flavour is really intense! The peppers are tender on the outside and the filling is just pure yummy... the onions mellow as they sauté and provide a backbone for the veggies, the mushrooms add their earthy flavour, and the carrots provide some sweetness. Everything is well-balanced. I personally think that keeping things simple is the magic of this recipe.

    Easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are filled with brown rice, mushrooms, veggies, and seasonings, then baked for 40 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make the Best Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers

    I love serving these stuffed peppers with some fresh cilantro or parsley on top and sometimes with a light salad on a side. Plus, if you are a meat lover, you can "unveganize" this recipe and add some chicken, turkey, or chorizo. Have fun and enjoy!

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    Easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are filled with brown rice, mushrooms, veggies, and seasonings, then baked for 40 minutes. It's a perfect weeknight dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    Easy Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers


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    • Author: Sam | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 50 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Fresh, homegrown bell peppers baked with an assortment of veggies and brown rice is what these easy vegan stuffed bell peppers are all about!! Ready in under an hour, serve this at your next fancy dinner party or make it for an easy weeknight dinner!


    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup whole grain brown rice, uncooked
    • 6 medium bell peppers, any colour (red, yellow, or green)
    • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 small onions, diced
    • 1 cup crimini mushrooms, sliced
    • 2 small carrots, sliced
    • 1 small zucchini, cubed
    • ¾ cup fresh parsley, leaves picked and finely chopped
    • ¾ cup tomato purée
    • salt, to taste
    • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    • a pinch of chilli

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 425 °F.
    2. In a small pan bring a salted water to a boil over medium heat and cook the rice according to the package instructions. Drain on a colander and set aside.
    3. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers ("lids") and set aside. Scoop out the inside and discard the seeds. Wash the peppers carefully and set aside.
    4. In a large pan heat olive oil, add onion and fry for 2-3 minutes until soft. Add the mushrooms and fry for a further 5-8 minutes. Add carrots and zucchini, fry, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add cooked rice, ⅓ cup parsley, tomato purée, and stir until well combined. Season to taste with salt, pepper and a pinch of chilli.
    5. Divide the mixture between the peppers and place the "lids” on top.
    6. Place the stuffed peppers in a greased baking tray. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until slightly brown on the edges.
    7. Sprinkle remaining parsley on top and serve.
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Baked
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: easy vegan stuffed bell peppers, vegan stuffed peppers, vegetarian stuffed peppers, vegan stuffed bell peppers,

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    1. Ute says

      August 26, 2022 at 11:29 am

      I really enjoy this recipe. I've tried it twice and each time with slightly different ingredients depending on what I have at home for the filling. The first time I used cauliflower and spinach with the zucchini and the next time when I didn't have zucchini I used celery instead. All the fillings taste great and it's nice to vary things. I also like the fact that it's a relatively quick recipe for which you don't need too many ingredients.

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