Feta and Olive Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

Method

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   Place the halved and seeded bell peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cut side up.
3. 03
   In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, crumbled feta cheese, chopped kalamata olives, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion.
4. 04
   Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture, then add the dried oregano, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
5. 05
   Spoon the mixture evenly into each bell pepper half, pressing down slightly to pack the filling.
6. 06
   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
7. 07
   Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
8. 08
   Garnish with extra feta or fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm.