Spicy Indian Bell Pepper Curry
This spicy Indian bell pepper curry is the perfect dish for a weeknight dinner. It’s made with bell peppers, onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. The mixture is then cooked in a flavorful curry sauce. Serve it with basmati rice for a complete meal.Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 2 green bell peppers, diced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the ginger, cumin, coriander, and turmeric and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the bell peppers and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve with basmati rice and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Classic Italian Stuffed Bell Peppers
This classic Italian stuffed bell pepper recipe is sure to become a family favorite. It’s filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, Italian sausage, rice, tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Serve it with a side of garlic bread and a salad for a complete meal.Ingredients
- 4 large green bell peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
- 1 cup cooked long grain rice
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Additional grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until it’s no longer pink. Drain the fat.
- Add the cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Fill each bell pepper with the mixture and place them in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes until the bell peppers are tender.
- Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired, and serve.
Grilled Bell Pepper Salad
This grilled bell pepper salad is the perfect summer side dish. It’s made with bell peppers that are grilled until lightly charred and then tossed with a simple vinaigrette. Serve it with grilled steak, chicken, or fish for a complete meal.Ingredients
- 3 large green bell peppers, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: Crumbled feta cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
- Toss the bell pepper strips with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the bell peppers for 4-5 minutes, until lightly charred and softened.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, and parsley.
- Add the grilled bell peppers to the bowl and toss to combine.
- Garnish with crumbled feta cheese, if desired, and serve.
Southwestern Bell Pepper Soup
This Southwestern bell pepper soup is sure to please the entire family. It’s made with bell peppers, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and spices. Serve it with a side of warm cornbread for a delicious meal.Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 large green bell peppers, diced
- 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the bell peppers and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, black beans, corn, stock, chili powder, cumin, and salt and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.