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Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers

Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers for a Flavor-Packed Dinner

Herby Ricotta Stuffed Peppers are a delicious, quick, and healthy meal option packed with flavor, perfect for any dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers any variety
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for drizzling
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach or frozen, thawed and drained
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese heart of the filling
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese for melty goodness
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan adds sharpness
  • 2 pieces Green Onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or 1 tsp dried
  • 1/4 cup Flat-Leaf Parsley substitute with cilantro if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs e.g., rosemary, thyme, fennel seed, salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 large Eggs for binding
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs for topping
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs seasoned for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • microwave

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds and ribs. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for about 20 minutes until softened.
  2. Microwave the fresh spinach for 1-2 minutes until wilted, then chop finely. In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, fresh herbs, dried herbs, salt, pepper, and eggs. Mix until creamy.
  3. Once the peppers are done, fill each half with the ricotta mixture, packing it generously.
  4. Combine breadcrumbs with a tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle over the stuffed peppers, then lower oven temperature to 350°F (176°C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Pair with a salad or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, drain excess liquid from cooked peppers, and consider customizing your filling with different vegetables or proteins.

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