Spiced Lentil and Tofu Stuffed Peppers
These colorful stuffed peppers are packed with a fragrant mixture of red lentils and firm tofu seasoned with warming spices. Each pepper delivers an impressive amount of complete plant-based protein in a visually stunning presentation.
Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a spiced red lentil and tofu filling for a high-protein vegan dinner.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
Prep and Preheat
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the tops off the bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes, and arrange them upright in a baking dish.
Cook the Filling
Simmer red lentils in 1.5 cups of water until absorbed, about 12 minutes. In a skillet, combine cooked lentils, crumbled tofu, diced tomatoes, garam masala, and turmeric. Cook together for 5 minutes until well combined and fragrant.
Stuff the Peppers
Spoon the lentil and tofu mixture generously into each bell pepper, packing it in firmly. Cover the baking dish with foil to keep moisture inside during baking.
Bake and Serve
Bake covered for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and slightly caramelized on top.
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