5 creative bell pepper recipes to try
What's the story
With their vibrant colors and crisp texture, bell peppers make a versatile ingredient in many cuisines.
They add a burst of flavor and nutrition to dishes without overpowering them.
Whether you like them raw, roasted, or sauteed, bell peppers can be the star of your culinary creations.
Here are five innovative recipes that showcase the versatility of bell peppers in delightful ways.
Quinoa delight
Stuffed bell peppers with quinoa
Stuffed bell peppers are a classic dish that can be easily reinvented by stuffing quinoa in it.
Cook quinoa with diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and spices for a tasty mixture.
Hollow the bell peppers and fill them with this mixture before baking until tender.
Not only is this recipe colorful, but it's also packed with protein and fiber.
Soup sensation
Roasted bell pepper soup
Roasting bell peppers brings out their natural sweetness and adds a depth of flavor to any dish.
For a comforting soup, roast red and yellow bell peppers till charred. Blend them with vegetable broth, garlic, onions, and herbs for a smooth consistency.
This soup is perfect for chilly days when you want something warm but light.
Stir-fry magic
Bell pepper stir-fry with tofu
A quick stir-fry with bell peppers can be nutritious and filling at the same time.
Chop some green and red bell peppers and tofu cubes (for protein content).
Saute them in sesame oil along with soy sauce for flavor.
This dish is perfect if you want an easy weeknight meal that's loaded with colors.
Sandwich surprise
Grilled bell pepper sandwiches
Grilled sandwiches become more appealing when you fill them with grilled slices of yellow or orange bell pepper along with some mozzarella or cheddar between slices of whole-grain bread brushed lightly in olive oil and grilled to golden brown perfection.
These sandwiches make for a great lunch option, giving you the taste without sacrificing the healthiness factor involved.
Pasta perfection
Bell pepper pasta primavera
Pasta primavera gets its name from the Italian word meaning "spring," which makes it a fitting choice considering how fresh vegetables take the front seat here (including our star ingredient):
a colorful medley primarily made of thinly sliced strips of different colored varieties (reds, greens, yellows, etc.) tossed with cooked pasta drizzled lightly with olive oil, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.
Yum!