Mexican • Vegetarian
Black bean quinoa stuffed peppers
A clear, nourishing family meal built around everyday ingredients, a practical method, and useful doneness cues.
20 minPrep
35 minCook
55 minTotal
4Serves
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers, halved
- 2 cans black beans, rinsed
- 3 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 1/2 cups corn
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 lime, zest and juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Fine salt and black pepper, to taste
5 steps
Method
- Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly oil the baking dish or pan.
- Prepare the main ingredients as listed and combine them in a large bowl.
- Fold in the seasonings — 1 lime, zest and juice, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika — without overworking the mixture.
- Portion into the dish and bake for about 35 minutes, until the centre is set.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving, then adjust the seasoning to taste.