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Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers
Created April 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM by Adam Mihálik
Recipe Title: Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers
Brief Description: This recipe features bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground lamb, rice, tomatoes, and Mediterranean spices, topped with melted cheese.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
4. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
5. Place the bell peppers upright in a baking dish. Fill each pepper with the lamb and rice mixture, pressing down gently.
6. Top each stuffed pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Serve the Mediterranean stuffed bell peppers hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Special Tips or Variations:
- You can substitute ground lamb with ground beef or ground turkey for a different flavor profile.
- Feel free to add chopped fresh mint or parsley to the filling for a burst of freshness.
- Experiment with different cheeses like feta or Parmesan for a unique twist on the dish.
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Recipe Criteria
Cuisine Type
ItalianMexicanFrenchVietnameseAmericanMediterraneanGreek
🍽️Recipe Type
SoupMain-CourseLunchDinner
Skill Level
AdvancedCooking Time
30-60 minutes🍎Nutrition Information
Calories:500 – 650
Protein:30 – 40 g
Fat:35 – 45 g
Carbs:15 – 20 g
Per serving
Preferred Ingredients
chickenbeefeggsricepastapotatoesonionsgarlictomatoescheesemilkbutterolive oilhoney
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