Easy Vegan Stuffed Peppers with Lentils
These Easy Vegan Stuffed Peppers with Lentils are a wholesome, protein-packed, and colorful dinner that’s as comforting as it is nutritious. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, they combine tender roasted bell peppers with a rich tomato-lentil filling and gooey vegan cheese topping.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Large skillet or saucepan
- Mixing spoon
- Knife and Cutting Board
- aluminum foil
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
For the filling:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red onion finely chopped
- the tops of the bell peppers finely diced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup cooked lentils drained and rinsed
- 2 cups tomato sauce or passata
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- salt & pepper to taste
For assembling:
- 6-8 bell peppers mixed colors
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
- 3.5-5 oz vegan cheese grated
Instructions
- Prepare the PeppersSlice off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds.Set the tops aside to dice for the filling.Brush the insides lightly with olive oil.Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 25–30 minutes, until softened and slightly blistered.
- Make the FillingHeat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan.Add the chopped onion and the diced bell pepper tops. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.Add the cooked rice and lentils, then pour in the tomato sauce.Stir and let simmer on medium heat for about 10 minutes, until slightly thickened and rich.Note: If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water until you reach your desired consistency.Season with smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper after adding the lentils and rice, then mix well.
- Stuff the PeppersSpoon the mixture evenly into the pre-baked peppers.Top generously with grated vegan cheese.
- Bake AgainCover the dish with foil and bake at 190°C (375°F) for 30–40 minutes.Remove the foil and bake another 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.Tip: Some vegan cheeses don’t melt easily — drizzle a little olive oil on top before baking to help them melt and brown beautifully.
Nutrition
Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 420mgPotassium: 498mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 3189IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg