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Stuffed Peppers with Herbs, Feta, and Walnuts

This dish features bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of herbs, crumbled feta, crunchy walnuts, and lemon zest. The peppers are baked until tender and slightly browned, resulting in a colorful, hearty, and textured entrée with a vibrant appearance.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large bell peppers preferably red, yellow, or orange for color
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.5 cup crushed walnuts for crunch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest from a fresh lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided, for roasting and mixing
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano optional but adds flavor
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and scoop out the seeds and membranes. Arrange them in a baking dish and brush the outside with a drizzle of olive oil.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta, crushed walnuts, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, and a splash of olive oil. Stir everything together until well mixed. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  3. Spoon the filling mixture into each hollowed-out pepper, pressing gently to pack the filling tightly and fill evenly to the top.
  4. Once all peppers are filled, drizzle a little olive oil over the top of each, then place them in the oven to bake uncovered for about 25-30 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the filling is golden and slightly bubbling.
  5. Remove the peppers from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. The filling should be fragrant, and the peppers should be soft but hold their shape.
  6. Serve the stuffed peppers warm, garnished with extra lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy their vibrant, textured interior.