Healthy and Delicious Millet-Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Millet-stuffed peppers are a nutritious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a wholesome meal. The combination of millet, vegetables, and spices stuffed inside vibrant bell peppers creates a dish that is both visually appealing and satisfying to eat. Whether you are a vegetarian looking for a new recipe or simply want to add more wholesome ingredients to your diet, these millet-stuffed peppers are sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers
• 1 cup millet
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a saucepan, combine the millet and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the millet is cooked.
4. In a large skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
5. Add the carrot and zucchini to the skillet and cook until softened.
6. Stir in the cooked millet, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
7. Fill each bell pepper with the millet mixture and place in a baking dish.
8. If desired, top each pepper with shredded cheese.
9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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