Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers halved and seeded
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 5 cups fresh spinach chopped
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2 Place the halved and seeded bell peppers cut side up in a baking dish.
3. 3 Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. 4 Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. 5 Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
6. 6 Remove the skillet from heat. Add the cooked quinoa, crumbled feta, lemon juice, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine.
7. 7 Stuff each bell pepper half with the spinach and feta mixture, packing it firmly.
8. 8 Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
9. 9 Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and slightly browned on top.
10. 10 Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.