How many calories in Lentil Stuffed Peppers?

Each serving contains approximately 320 to 380 calories, depending on the size of the bell peppers used.

Can I use green lentils instead of brown?

Yes, green lentils work well as they hold their shape during baking, though they may require a slightly longer initial simmer if not pre-cooked.

Place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days; reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

Absolutely. You can prepare the filling and stuff the peppers a day in advance, then bake them fresh when ready to eat.

Home / Recipes / american / Lentil Stuffed Peppers

americanMediumveganvegetariangluten freedairy free

RATING

4.4/5(52)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Bell peppers baked with a vegetarian filling of lentils, brown rice, tomato, and herbs.

PREP

12m

COOK

50m

SERVES

1 PCS

371 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 3 STEPS

1
Prepare the lentil and rice filling.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté diced onion for 4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the lentils, cooked rice, tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper for 3 minutes.
TIPToasting the spices briefly with the aromatics helps release their essential oils for a deeper flavor.
Stuff and bake the bell peppers.
Fill the hollowed bell peppers with the lentil mixture and place them upright in a baking dish. Pour 0.5 cup of water into the bottom of the dish to create steam, cover tightly with foil, and bake at 375°F for 35 minutes until the peppers are tender.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Carefully remove the foil and sprinkle the stuffed peppers with freshly chopped parsley before serving warm.

PRO TIPS

3 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Choose bell peppers with flat bottoms so they stand upright in the baking dish without tipping.
2
If the filling feels too dry, add a tablespoon of tomato sauce or vegetable broth before stuffing.
3
For a softer pepper texture, pre-steam the empty pepper shells for 5 minutes before stuffing.

RECIPE VARIATIONS