Lentil Stuffed Peppers

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
38%
Lentil Stuffed Peppers
45 min.
6
430kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare? Look no further than these vibrant Lentil Stuffed Peppers! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a hearty main dish, this recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will please both vegetarians and vegans alike.

Imagine biting into a perfectly roasted pepper, its tender skin giving way to a savory filling of Puy lentils, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, all enhanced by the crunch of toasted pumpkin seeds. This dish not only bursts with flavor but also packs a nutritional punch, providing a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. With a caloric breakdown that supports a healthy lifestyle—34% protein, 27% fat, and 38% carbs—these stuffed peppers are as wholesome as they are delicious.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a colorful and appetizing meal that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. The combination of spices and fresh ingredients ensures that every bite is a celebration of taste. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful dish that is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves and 10 peppercorns 
  • 200 puy lentils 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • medium onion peeled chopped finely
  • 80 pumpkin seeds 
  • small chili green red seeded sliced finely
  • servings sea salt 
  • 100 pkt spinach fresh
  • 150 sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • liter wheat/gluten-free vegetable stock 
  • medium size and 2 peppers green red yellow cored

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a heavy pan and add the onion and chilis and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the tomatoes, lentils, bay leaves, peppercorns and stock.Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Meanwhile, dry fry the pumpkin seeds until they pop.
  3. Add the pumpkin seeds and spinach, mix well and season to taste.
  4. Heat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas mark 5.Stuff the peppers with the mixture and drizzle with olive oil
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the peppers are cooked then serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories430kcal
Protein34.01%
Fat27.21%
Carbs38.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.17
Glycemic Load
3.9
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
26.394347916479%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
2mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
1.21mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
5.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:430.46kcal
21.52%
Fat:13.62g
20.95%
Saturated Fat:1.95g
12.17%
Carbohydrates:43.67g
14.56%
Net Carbohydrates:26.6g
9.67%
Sugar:12.33g
13.7%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:704.58mg
30.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.29g
76.58%
Vitamin K:98.04µg
93.37%
Fiber:17.08g
68.3%
Manganese:1.29mg
64.74%
Vitamin C:50.58mg
61.31%
Iron:7.87mg
43.74%
Vitamin A:1934.72IU
38.69%
Magnesium:146.49mg
36.62%
Potassium:1154.99mg
33%
Copper:0.59mg
29.47%
Phosphorus:274.89mg
27.49%
Vitamin B3:3.26mg
16.31%
Folate:64.64µg
16.16%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.16%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.33%
Zinc:1.71mg
11.42%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.21%
Vitamin E:1.45mg
9.69%
Calcium:79.87mg
7.99%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.94%
Selenium:2.89µg
4.13%