RATATOUILLE STUFFED RED BELL PEPPERS

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For a light but filling meal, these roasted whole peppers stuffed with rice and zucchini are perfect. For a non-vegetarian option, stir in some diced ham, salami or cooked chicken before spooning into the pepper shells.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 red peppers
2 ounces whole grain rice
1 onion, chopped
1 zucchini, finely diced
7 ounces chopped tomatoes
2 1/2 ounces whole wheat breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Halve 4 of the peppers lengthways, de-seed and place on a large baking tray.
  • Cook the rice in boiling water according to pack instructions then drain.
  • Meanwhile, fry the onion in 1 tbsp oil for 5 minutes Finely dice the remaining pepper and add to the onions with the zucchini and cook for 2-3 minutes Stir in the tomatoes, season well and cook for a further 5 minutes.
  • Stir the rice into the vegetable mixture and spoon into the halved peppers. Top with the breadcrumbs and bake for 15-20 mins until browned.
  • Serve with a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 11.8, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 5, Sugar 9.6, Protein 3.8

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