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Couscous Stuffed Bell Peppers

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55min

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4 servings

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These vibrant Couscous Stuffed Bell Peppers are a delightful and healthy meal packed with Mediterranean flavors. Bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of couscous, vegetables, and herbs, then baked to perfection. This colorful dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

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6 g
7 g
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1
Prepare bell peppers

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.

2
Cook couscous

In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add couscous, stir, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

3
Sauté vegetables

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Dice onion and mince garlic. Add to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

4
Add zucchini and tomato

Dice zucchini and tomato. Add to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes.

5
Add couscous and seasonings

Add cooked couscous to the skillet. Zest and juice the lemon. Add lemon zest, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

6
Add parsley

Chop parsley and add to the skillet. Stir to combine.

7
Stuff bell peppers

Spoon the couscous mixture into the bell pepper halves. Place in a baking dish and drizzle with remaining olive oil.

8
Bake

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender.

9
Serve

Serve the Couscous Stuffed Bell Peppers hot. Enjoy your flavorful and healthy meal!

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