Best 5 Greek Style Stuffed Peppers Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with our tantalizing collection of Greek-style stuffed pepper recipes. Embark on a culinary journey as we present three unique and delectable variations that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Dive into the classic experience with our traditional Greek-style stuffed peppers, featuring a savory combination of ground beef, aromatic rice, zesty herbs, and tangy tomatoes, all nestled within tender bell peppers. Alternatively, embark on a vegetarian adventure with our meatless stuffed peppers, showcasing a delightful symphony of sautéed vegetables, quinoa, and feta cheese, enveloped in colorful bell peppers. For a taste of the sea, immerse yourself in our seafood-stuffed peppers, bursting with succulent shrimp, flaky fish, and a medley of Mediterranean flavors, perfectly harmonized within bell pepper boats. Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to be captivated by the vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and irresistible flavors that define this beloved Greek dish.

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GREEK-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS



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One of the few dishes that is better served cold rather than hot. Absolutely delicious and very Mediterranean!!! It can be made vegetarian by replacing meat with soya.

Provided by GATOULA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large green bell peppers, tops removed, seeded
4 large red bell peppers, tops removed, seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ pound ground pork
2 onions, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup dry white wine
1 (10.75 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese
½ cup cooked white rice
½ cup raisins
½ cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place green and red bell peppers in a bowl with enough warm water to cover, and soak 5 minutes.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place pork and onions in the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pork is evenly brown. Drain grease, and mix in wine and tomato puree. Continue cooking 10 minutes.
  • Transfer skillet mixture to a large bowl, and mix in feta cheese, cooked rice, raisins, pine nuts, and parsley. Stuff peppers with the mixture, and arrange in a baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove foil, and continue baking 10 minutes, until stuffing is lightly browned. May be served hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 53.9 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 595.3 mg, Sugar 16.2 g

GREEK-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 medium zucchini, coarsely grated (about 2 cups)
1 small onion, minced (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup bulgur
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 red bell peppers, halved lengthwise, cores and ribs removed
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans low-sodium stewed tomatoes, finely chopped
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, spinach, zucchini, onion, bulgur, egg, oregano, salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Arrange the pepper halves cut side up in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and fill each pepper half with the meat mixture. Pour the tomatoes over the peppers and sprinkle with the feta cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until the meat mixture is completely cooked and the peppers are tender, about 25 minutes longer.

GREEK-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS



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The bounty of peppers found at the local farmers market in the early fall, combined with some standard Greek ingredients, creates a dish that bursts with color and fresh flavor. -Renee Murby, Johnston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small fennel bulb, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 each medium sweet yellow, orange, red and green peppers
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, divided
1 pound ground lamb
1 cup cooked barley
1 cup crumbled feta cheese, plus more for serving
1/2 cup Greek olives, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add fennel and onion; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add spinach and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Cool slightly., Cut and reserve tops from peppers; remove and discard seeds. Pour 1 cup crushed tomatoes into bottom of a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine lamb, barley, 1 cup feta cheese, olives and seasonings; add fennel mixture. Spoon mixture into peppers; place in slow cooker. Pour remaining crushed tomatoes over peppers; replace pepper tops. Cook, covered, on low 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 hours, until peppers are tender. Serve with additional feta and, if desired, chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 684mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges

GREEK-STYLE STUFFED BELL PEPPERS WITH QUINOA



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This a Greek take on the classic beef stuffed pepper. Lemon, cinnamon, fennel and oregano spice up traditional ground beef and onions, while healthy quinoa adds extra fiber. There seem to be a lot of steps, but this one goes together in about 20 minutes. It works great if you have pre-browned ground beef in your freezer.

Provided by ElleFirebrand

Categories     Grains

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 bell peppers, color of your choice
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 medium white onion
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup quinoa, cooked according to package directions
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 pinch cinnamon
1 pinch fennel seed
salt & pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
2 tablespoons feta cheese
2 tablespoons cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Set a pot of water to boil. Remove tops from peppers and cut in half length-wise. Seed and devein peppers. Reserve pepper tops. Once water has boiled, add peppers and cook for 7-8 minutes. Drain water and run cold water over peppers.
  • Finely dice pepper tops.
  • In a medium skillet, heat olive oil. Saute onion and garlic over medium-high heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  • Into ground beef, stir lemon juice and zest, tomato sauce, cooked quinoa and spices.
  • Cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stuff peppers with ground beef mixture. Top with cheese. Place peppers in a greased baking pan and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in a 375 degrees F oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake and additional 15 minutes.

STUFFED BELL PEPPERS, GREEK STYLE



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When I was very young, my grandparents frequently took us to eat at a cafeteria in North Hollywood, CA. I liked -- no I loved -- only one dish. It was their stuffed bell peppers. Part of what made them unique was their juices and sauce: it was tomato based but very translucent with a slightly sweet and tangy taste. I have yet to recreate the sauce but have developed a substitute which isn't too bad. However, I have in fact finally made the stuffing taste just like I remember it. I hope you enjoy this as much as my family does.

Provided by Bubbe

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 ¼ cups onion, chopped
1 pound ground lamb
¾ cup white rice
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried mint, crushed
1 cup water
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley to taste
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
6 green bell pepper, top removed, seeded

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion and ground lamb; cook and stir until the onion is tender, and the meat is no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Stir in the rice, salt, black pepper, and mint; cook 5 minutes longer. Add the water and parsley. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the water has been completely absorbed by the rice, about 15 minutes. Stir the chicken broth and diced tomatoes together in an oven-proof dish that will just fit the peppers. Scoop the lamb mixture into the bell peppers, and place them into the dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the peppers are tender and the tomatoes are bubbly, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 448.1 mg, Sugar 6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers. Look for bell peppers that are firm and have a deep, vibrant color. Avoid peppers that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Prepare the peppers properly. Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. Rinse the peppers thoroughly and pat them dry.
  • Use a variety of fillings. The possibilities are endless when it comes to fillings for stuffed peppers. Some popular options include rice, ground meat, vegetables, and cheese.
  • Season the filling well. Don't be afraid to use plenty of herbs and spices in your filling. This will help to give the peppers a delicious flavor.
  • Cook the peppers until they are tender. The cooking time will vary depending on the type of filling you are using. Be sure to cook the peppers until they are cooked through but still have a slight crunch.
  • Serve the peppers immediately. Stuffed peppers are best served hot out of the oven. You can garnish them with fresh herbs or grated cheese.

Conclusion:

Greek-style stuffed peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give Greek-style stuffed peppers a try.

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