Description
This Spinach and Feta Stuffed Mini Peppers recipe makes for a delicious and easy-to-prepare appetizer or side dish. Sweet mini peppers are halved and filled with a savory mixture of sautéed spinach, tangy feta, creamy cream cheese, and Parmesan, then baked until tender and warm. It’s a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired snack that’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and perfect for parties or healthy everyday eating.
Ingredients
Scale
Peppers
- 1 lb mini sweet peppers, halved and deseeded
Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh herbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to keep the peppers from sticking.
- Sauté garlic and spinach: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly to prevent wilting the cheese mixture.
- Mix the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed spinach and garlic with crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, black pepper, and oregano. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a creamy, savory filling.
- Stuff the peppers: Using a spoon, fill each halved mini pepper with the spinach and cheese mixture, distributing the filling evenly among all pepper halves. Place the stuffed peppers on the prepared baking sheet, filling side up.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the stuffed peppers for 15 to 18 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Once baked, garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve these stuffed mini peppers warm or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- These stuffed peppers make a wonderful appetizer or side dish, perfect for entertaining or snacks.
- You can prepare the filling ahead of time and stuff the peppers just before baking for convenience.
- Feel free to substitute fresh herbs like parsley or basil for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation.
