Vegetarian Turkish-Style Stuffed Bell Peppers
A twist on traditional Turkish kebabs, this recipe features roasted bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mix of rice, herbs, and spices, all vegetarian and perfectly suited for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- β4 bell peppersany color
- β1 cup uncooked white ricepreferably day-old
- β1 cup glorious springy onions
- β1/4 cup springy parsley
- β1 tsp dried oregano
- β1 tsp dried thyme
- β1 tsp salt
- β1/2 tsp black pepper
- β2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine rice, onions, parsley, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Stuff each bell pepper with the rice mixture, filling to the top.
- 5
Drizzle with olive oil and cover with aluminum foil.
- 6
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.