Scottsdale, Arizona - Stuffed peppers are often made with ground meat. This meatless version is just as satisfying, thanks to a hearty mix of quinoa, walnuts, tomatoes and zucchini.
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Created by the executive wellness chef and registered dietitians at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.
Ingredients
- 2 large bell peppers, cut in half
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chopped zucchini
- 6 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Parmesan cheese
