Description
Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers are a delightful blend of creamy ricotta, fresh herbs, and vibrant bell peppers that bring the essence of Italian cuisine to your dining table. Perfect for any occasion, these colorful stuffed peppers can serve as a satisfying main dish or an elegant side. With minimal prep time and ready in under an hour, they offer a quick and healthy meal option that’s both nutritious and delicious. The combination of spinach, mozzarella, and aromatic herbs creates a flavorful filling that will impress your family and guests alike. Enjoy these tasty peppers for dinner tonight!
Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tub ricotta cheese (15 oz)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs: basil, parsley
- 2 large eggs
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- 1 tsp each dried rosemary, dried thyme, fennel seed, and salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 Tbsp oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Halve the bell peppers, remove seeds, and brush with olive oil on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until softened. Drain excess water and lower the temperature to 350°F (176°C).
- Microwave spinach until wilted, then combine it with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, herbs, eggs, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Fill each pepper half with the mixture and sprinkle breadcrumbs mixed with oil on top.
- Return to the oven for another 30 minutes; broil briefly if not golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added texture or flavor variations, consider incorporating cooked quinoa or diced tomatoes into the filling. Substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free options if needed.