Uruguayan Empanadas Stuffed with Roasted Vegetables
A vegetarian twist on traditional Uruguayan empanadas, filled with a flavorful mixture of roasted vegetables. Perfect as a snack or light lunch.
Ingredients
- β4-6 pieces Lightly Smoked Uruguayan Empanadas
- β1 large Red bell pepperdiced
- β1 medium Yellow oniondiced
- β1 medium Zucchinidiced
- β1/2 cup Mozzarella cheeseshredded
- β1/4 cup Fresh cilantrochopped
- β2 cloves Garlicminced
- β2 tbsp Olive oilfor brushing empanadas
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
- 2
Brush the empanadas with olive oil and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
Add the diced red bell pepper, yellow onion, and zucchini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- 5
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until melted.
- 7
Spoon the vegetable mixture into the baked empanadas.
- 8
Top with chopped cilantro and serve warm.