Brazilian Beef-Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

• 4 medium bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup canned tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup kale, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup reduced-fat cheese, shredded
• to taste salt and pepper

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. 03
   Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned. Drain any excess fat.
4. 04
   Stir in the cumin, paprika, oregano, diced tomatoes, cooked quinoa, and kale. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 05
   Place the halved bell peppers on a baking sheet, brushing them with the remaining olive oil.
6. 06
   Stuff each pepper half with the beef mixture, pressing down gently to fill evenly.
7. 07
   Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
8. 08
   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.