Stuffed sweet peppers

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Stuffed sweet peppers
30 min.
4
254kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and flavorful side dish that is both vegetarian and gluten-free? Look no further than these delicious stuffed sweet peppers! Bursting with fresh ingredients, they are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate. Picture bright, colorful peppers filled with the creamy, melty goodness of mozzarella, enhanced by the rich taste of black olives and the aromatic touch of fresh oregano.

Perfect for a summer barbeque or as a simple weeknight side, these stuffed peppers are quick to prepare and cook in just 30 minutes. Whether you choose to grill them for that perfect char or roast them in the oven, the result is irresistibly satisfying. Plus, with each serving packing only 254 calories, they are a guilt-free treat!

Imagine serving these to friends and family, the peppers sizzling on the grill as everyone gathers around. Not only do they cater to a variety of dietary preferences, but they also bring a colorful and appetizing touch to your dining table. Elevate your meal with this delightful side dish that combines health, taste, and an impressive presentation all in one. Let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  •  pasilla peppers halved deseeded
  • tbsp olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 250 mozzarella cheese sliced
  • tbsp olives black chopped
  • tbsp oregano chopped
  •  garlic clove crushed

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat the barbecue or griddle pan to hot. Rub the outside of the peppers all over with the olive oil.
  2. Stuff the peppers with the mozzarella, olives, oregano and garlic, and drizzle with a touch more olive oil, if you like.
  3. Pop on the barbecue, stuffed-side up for 12-15 mins until the pepper is nicely charred (or roast in the oven at 220C/200C fan/gas 7 for the same amount of time).

Nutrition Facts

Calories254kcal
Protein23.35%
Fat63.69%
Carbs12.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18
Glycemic Load
0.88
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.559999927231%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
5.63mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.66mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:253.59kcal
12.68%
Fat:18.34g
28.22%
Saturated Fat:8.87g
55.46%
Carbohydrates:8.4g
2.8%
Net Carbohydrates:5.68g
2.07%
Sugar:3.59g
3.99%
Cholesterol:49.38mg
16.46%
Sodium:458.48mg
19.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.13g
30.26%
Vitamin C:96.17mg
116.57%
Calcium:352.32mg
35.23%
Phosphorus:249.35mg
24.94%
Vitamin B12:1.42µg
23.75%
Vitamin K:20.2µg
19.24%
Vitamin A:899.92IU
18%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.13%
Selenium:10.93µg
15.61%
Zinc:2.03mg
13.55%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.87%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.57%
Fiber:2.72g
10.87%
Vitamin E:1.44mg
9.63%
Potassium:279.23mg
7.98%
Magnesium:28.59mg
7.15%
Iron:1.2mg
6.69%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.18%
Copper:0.1mg
5.13%
Folate:19.4µg
4.85%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.57%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.27%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.67%