Ingredients:
- 6 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
These colorful bell peppers are the perfect vessels for this hearty Mediterranean-inspired dish. The combination of rice, feta cheese, olives, and herbs will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the uncooked rice, red onion, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, parsley, tomato paste, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the rice mixture, pressing it down firmly to fill the entire pepper.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and pour the chicken or vegetable broth around the peppers.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the peppers and cover the dish with foil.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the peppers are tender. Remove the foil for the last 10-15 minutes of baking to allow the tops to brown slightly.
Serve these stuffed peppers hot and enjoy the burst of flavors that come with every bite. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a potluck party. It's easy to make, filling, and absolutely delicious.