Air Fryer Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

Air Fryer Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

These air fryer vegetarian stuffed peppers are a quick and healthy meal option, filled with a flavorful mix of quinoa and vegetables.

Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 15 minutes

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 medium bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peppers: Preheat the air fryer to 360°F. Cut the bell peppers in half and remove seeds and membranes.
  2. Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the quinoa mixture into each pepper half, pressing down gently to pack the filling.
  4. Air Fry: Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes at 360°F.
  5. Add Cheese: Open the air fryer and sprinkle cheese on top of each pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the air fryer and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.

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