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Stuffed Pepper Casserole

URL: https://jessicainthekitchen.com/stuffed-pepper-casserole/

Ingredients

The base

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound vegan ground beef
  • 1 large onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

The vegetables

  • 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper green bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper yellow bell pepper
  • 1 can diced tomatoes in their juices
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste

The grains

  • 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups water

The cheese

  • ½ cup vegan mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup vegan cheddar cheese

The garnish

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegan ground beef and chopped onion; cook until browned.
  2. Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper; cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and diced bell peppers.
  4. Add uncooked brown rice and water, then bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
  6. Top with vegan cheese, cover to melt, then garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
6 servings
Calories
377
Total fat
12g
Total carbohydrates
51g
Total protein
17g
Sodium
1175mg
Cholesterol
4mg

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