Chickpea Feta Peppers That Are So Good

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

These Greek Chickpea and Feta Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and nutritious option for an easy dinner recipe. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, vibrant vegetables, and tangy feta cheese, they are perfect for anyone looking to incorporate more Mediterranean diet recipes into their meals.

This recipe is simple to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights. You can customize the filling based on what you have on hand, ensuring each pepper is bursting with flavor.

Quick and Flavorful Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers are filled with a savory mixture of chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese, all seasoned with fresh herbs. The baking time is minimal, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and healthy, serving 4 people.

Ingredients

4 large bell peppers (any color)
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
1/2 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep the Peppers: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, diced tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, red onion, olive oil, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the chickpea mixture into each bell pepper, packing it down gently.

Bake: Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the peppers are tender.
Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve topped with additional parsley if desired.