Best 7 Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers Slow Cooker Style Recipes

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Dive into a culinary journey with our delectable Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers, masterfully prepared in the comfort of your slow cooker. This wholesome dish tantalizes taste buds with a symphony of flavors and textures. Bell peppers, the vibrant vessels of this culinary creation, are carefully hollowed and generously filled with a savory medley of ingredients. Rice, a versatile grain, provides a hearty foundation, while black beans and corn add a delightful contrast of colors and textures. A symphony of spices, including chili powder, cumin, and paprika, infuses each bite with warmth and depth of flavor. Vegetarian ground 'beef', a plant-based marvel, mimics the texture and savoriness of traditional ground beef, making this dish a hearty and satisfying option for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Topped with a vibrant tapestry of shredded cheese, these stuffed peppers emerge from the slow cooker, a symphony of flavors and colors, ready to delight your senses.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN STUFFED PEPPERS



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These filling and flavorful vegetarian stuffed peppers are an updated version of my mom's stuffed peppers, which were a favorite when I was growing up in upstate New York. Whenever I make them, I'm reminded of home. -Melissa McCabe, Long Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups cooked brown rice
3 small tomatoes, chopped
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 small sweet onion, chopped
3/4 cup cubed Monterey Jack cheese
1/3 cup chopped ripe olives
1/3 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup canned red beans, rinsed and drained
4 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 large sweet peppers
3/4 cup meatless spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup water
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Place the first 12 ingredients in a large bowl; mix lightly to combine. Cut and discard tops from sweet peppers; remove seeds. Fill peppers with rice mixture. , In a small bowl, mix spaghetti sauce and water; pour half the mixture into an oval 5-qt. slow cooker. Add filled peppers. Top with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese., Cook, covered, on low 3-1/2 to 4 hours or until heated through and peppers are tender. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 815mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VEGETARIAN STUFFED PEPPERS (SLOW-COOKER STYLE)



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This is really different from every stuffed pepper recipe I've ever tried. Don't let the fact there's no meat scare you off. It's delicious and filling. If you MUST have some meat, try adding some crumbled cooked bacon to the mixture but it's fantastic made vegetarian style. Even my picky teenager liked it!

Provided by Teresa Jacobson

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 3h50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 large green bell peppers
2 c cooked brown rice
3 roma tomatoes
1 c frozen corn, thawed
1 small vidalia onion, chopped
1/2 c canned cannelini beans (white kidney beans) , rinsed
1/2 c canned black beans, rinsed
3/4 c cubed monterey jack cheese
2 1/4 oz can sliced black olives, rinsed
1/2-1 tsp dried cilantro
3 clove garlic, minced
salt & pepper, to taste
3/4 c meatless spaghetti sauce
1/2 c water
4 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cut tops off peppers, remove seeds, rinse and set aside. Prepare rice as per package directions.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine rice, tomatoes, corn, onion, beans, Monterey Jack cheese, olives, dried cilantro, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss until well blended. Spoon into peppers.
  • 3. In a separate bowl, combine spaghetti sauce and water. Pour half into bottom of 5-qt. slow cooker. Place stuffed peppers in cooker. Spoon remaining sauce over peppers. Top peppers with Parmesan cheese.
  • 4. Cover and cook on low 3 1/2 - 4 hours or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through. Serve warm.
  • 5. Nutrition Info per serving: Calories 474 Total Fat 9.8g /Sat Fat 4.2g Cholesterol 15mg Sodium 423mg Total Carbs 81.5g/ Dietary Fiber 10.7g /Sugars 10.9g Protein 17.4g

SLOW-COOKER STUFFED PEPPERS



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There's a whole lot to love about stuffed peppers. They're hearty, made with inexpensive ingredients and they taste great-even to veggie skeptics. And now, they're slow-cooker friendly! Spend 20 minutes prepping and you can walk away for the rest of the day, as this slow-cooker stuffed pepper recipe cooks for around five hours.

Provided by Cindy Rahe

Categories     Entree

Time 5h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large bell peppers
1 lb ground beef (at least 80% lean)
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups cooked white rice
1 can (15 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. Trim tops off bell peppers; remove ribs and seeds. Set aside.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef, onions, salt and pepper 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is cooked through and onion softens. Add garlic; cook 15 seconds. Drain.
  • Stir rice and 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce into beef mixture in skillet; mix to combine. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese. Stuff peppers with beef mixture; arrange in slow cooker. Pour remaining tomato sauce over peppers.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours or until peppers are soft. Top peppers with remaining 1 cup cheese. Cover; cook 3 to 8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Use slotted spoon to lift peppers from slow cooker.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Pepper, Sodium 1140 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1/2 g

AMAZING VEGETARIAN CROCKPOT STUFFED PEPPERS



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Make and share this Amazing Vegetarian Crockpot Stuffed Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Denise J

Categories     Peppers

Time 6h20m

Yield 5 peppers, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 red bell peppers (Red Italian Peppers also work)
2 cups cooked brown rice
2 tablespoons white wine (or water)
3 portabella mushroom caps, diced fine
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (vegan parmesan would also work)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (32 ounce) jar marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Cut tops off of bell peppers, if using italian peppers (they are thinner), lay pepper on cutting board the way it is most stable, then slice off the very top of the pepper at a slight angle (to help keep stuffing inside while cooking in the crock pot). Remove seeds and inner membrane.
  • Cook brown rice and cool slightly (I use one bag of Success boil in bag brown rice- super easy and always cooks up perfectly).
  • Saute onions in thin layer of wine, or water if you prefer. When starting to become translucent, add mushrooms and saute until mushrooms lose most water and are reduced in size. Add garlic and saute a minute. Add oregano and saute one more minute. Remove from heat.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together rice, mushroom mixture, cheese, then salt and pepper to taste. Stuff inside of peppers. Pour half of the marinara into the crockpot, carefully lay peppers on top, then carefully pour remaining sauce on each pepper.
  • Cook on low for 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.2, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 8.5, Sodium 1163.5, Carbohydrate 58.8, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 25.5, Protein 10

SLOW-COOKED SOUTHWEST STUFFED PEPPERS - VEGETARIAN



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Entered for safe-keeping. From Michelle Gurnsey in Taste of Home Healthy Cooking Dec/Jan 2010. High fiber, no parboiling, and Southwest flavor: this is my kind of dish. Note: this dish only takes 3-4 hours to cook in the slow-cooker.

Provided by KateL

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium sweet red peppers or 4 medium green bell peppers, tops cut off and seeds and pith removed
15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
4 ounces shredded monterey jack pepper cheese (1 cup)
3/4 cup salsa
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/2 cup frozen corn
1/3 cup uncooked converted long grain rice
1 1/4 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
8 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds and white pith. Set aside.
  • In large bowl, combine the beans, cheese, salsa, onion, corn, rice, chili powder and cumin. Spoon into peppers. Place in 5-quart slow cooker coated with cooking spray.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 3-4 hours or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.2, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 466.1, Carbohydrate 51.7, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 7.5, Protein 18.4

SLOW-COOKED STUFFED PEPPERS



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My favorite kitchen appliance is the slow cooker, and I use mine more than anyone else I know. It does a great job with this good-for-you dish. -Michelle Gurnsey, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium sweet red peppers
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
3/4 cup salsa
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup frozen corn
1/3 cup uncooked converted long grain rice
1-1/4 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Reduced-fat sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Cut and discard tops from peppers; remove seeds. In a large bowl, mix beans, cheese, salsa, onion, corn, rice, chili powder and cumin; spoon into peppers. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray., Cook, covered, on low until peppers are tender and filling is heated through, 3-4 hours . If desired, serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 565mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER STUFFED PEPPERS



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These are slow-cooked stuffed peppers. Red or yellow bell peppers can be used instead of green. Italian diced tomatoes can be used in place of fire-roasted if desired.

Provided by Cooper4

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes

Time 6h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 cup cooked rice
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 green bell peppers, tops and seeds removed (reserve tops)
⅓ cup water

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Mix ground beef, tomatoes, rice, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper together in a bowl. Stuff each green bell pepper with ground beef mixture.
  • Arrange stuffed bell peppers in the crock of a slow cooker; place the reserved tops back onto each bell pepper. Pour water around the base of each stuffed bell pepper.
  • Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 295 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips for Making the Best Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers in a Slow Cooker:

  • Choose bell peppers that are firm and have thick walls. This will help them hold their shape during cooking.
  • Before stuffing the peppers, remove the tops and seeds. You can use a sharp knife or a melon baller to do this.
  • Cook the rice ahead of time, or use instant rice to save time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your stuffing. This will add flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Season the stuffing well with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
  • Pack the stuffing tightly into the peppers. This will help to prevent them from falling apart during cooking.
  • Cover the peppers with tomato sauce or broth before cooking. This will help to keep them moist and prevent them from drying out.
  • Cook the peppers on low for 6-8 hours, or until the peppers are tender and the stuffing is cooked through.
  • Serve the peppers hot, garnished with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian stuffed peppers are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be easily prepared in a slow cooker. By following these tips, you can make the best vegetarian stuffed peppers that are sure to please everyone at your table. These stuffed peppers are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and they are also a good source of protein and fiber. They can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

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