Description
Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers are a delightful and nutritious dish featuring tender bell peppers filled with a creamy blend of ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs. This recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether as a vibrant side dish at a dinner party or a light main course for a weeknight meal. With their explosion of flavors and appealing presentation, these stuffed peppers are sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, they can be prepared in just under an hour, making them an ideal choice when you’re short on time but still want something delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers (any color)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 15-oz tub ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 large eggs
- Seasonings: dried rosemary, thyme, fennel seed, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Halve the bell peppers lengthwise and remove seeds. Place cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet; brush with olive oil.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until slightly softened; drain excess water. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (176°C).
- Microwave spinach until wilted; combine with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, basil, eggs, and seasonings in a mixing bowl.
- Stuff each pepper with the filling mixture evenly.
- Top with breadcrumbs mixed with oil; bake for an additional 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 120mg