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Close-up image of colorful bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, chickpeas, fresh herbs, and rice, topped with crumbled feta cheese. The vibrant red and yellow peppers are arranged in a white baking dish, garnished with fresh parsley, creating a visually appetizing Mediterranean dish.

Greek Stuffed Bell Peppers

This recipe for Mediterranean-inspired stuffed bell peppers combines the vibrant flavors of ground beef, pork, chickpeas, and fresh herbs, all wrapped in tender, grilled bell peppers. A zesty hint of lemon and warm spices like paprika and allspice elevate the dish, while crumbled feta cheese adds a savory finish. Perfect for meal prep or a family dinner, these peppers are baked to perfection and bursting with hearty, wholesome ingredients. Easy to make and customizable, this dish is a colorful and flavorful centerpiece for any table.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 6
Calories 213 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot For boiling bell peppers.
  • Grill or Griddle Pan For grilling the peppers.
  • Medium Sized Pot For cooking rice.
  • Large Skillet For preparing the meat mixture.
  • Wooden Spoon For stirring.
  • knife and cutting board For chopping vegetables and herbs.
  • Mixing Bowl For combining ingredients.
  • Baking Dish For assembling and baking the stuffed peppers.
  • measuring cups and spoons For precise measurements.
  • Aluminum Foil (optional) To cover peppers while baking.

Ingredients
  

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Yellow onion, diced
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 lb. ground pork
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 16 oz. can of chick peas or Garbanzos
  • 1 small bunch of fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 small bunch of fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 c. white rice
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. ground allspice
  • 1/2 c. tomato sauce
  • 2 c. water
  • 1 lemon
  • 6 bell peppers, any color, tops removed and cored
  • chicken broth
  • 1 c diced fresh mushrooms
  • crumbled feta cheese

Instructions
 

  • Place bell peppers in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and boil for 3-4-5 minutes. Remove from water and drain.
  • In a separate pot, bring two cups of water to a boil. Add rice, juice of lemon, and a pinch of fresh dill. Stir, return to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for about 18 minutes or until rice is done. Turn heat to off and allow rice to steam in the covered pot for about 5 minutes.
  • While the rice is cooking, heat a grill or indoor griddle or skillet over medium-high. Grill the bell peppers for 10-15 minutes, covered, and turning over as needed so that the peppers will soften and gain some color. Remove from heat and set aside to cool briefly.
  • In another pot, brown the ground meat and ground pork with the diced yellow onion until meat is cooked completely. Drain and return meat mixture to pot. Add chick peas, cooked rice, garlic, mushrooms, parsley, dill, paprika, allspice, and tomato sauce. Cook an additional two minutes, adding chicken broth as needed to keep the meat mixture moist and prevent burning.
  •  Assemble the bell peppers open-side up in a baking dish. Fill each of the bell peppers with the the cooked stuffing mixture of meat, rice and chickpeas.
  • Top with crumbled feta and enjoy!

Notes

The nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 11.8gProtein: 16.5gFat: 12.5gSaturated Fat: 4.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 52mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 0.9gVitamin A: 8.5IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 2.8mgIron: 5mg
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