Tofu Stuffed Peppers
A recipe that’s high in protein, gluten-free, and perfect for two! Comes together in just under 30 minutes making it the perfect quick week night meal.
PREP TIME
10 minutes
COOK TIME
30 minutes
INGREDIENTS
16
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 2 whole2 whole2 whole Red Bell Pepper, halved and seeds removed
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil, brushed over halved bell peppers
- 1 whole1 whole1 whole Tofu, Whole block, extra firm or firm
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- .5 cup.5 cup.5 cup Onion, chopped
- 1 clove1 clove1 clove Garlic
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Diced Tomatoes, Fire-Roasted - Muir Glen
- .5 cup.5 cup.5 cup Frozen Spinach
- .5 cup.5 cup.5 cup Baby Bella Mushrooms, chopped
- 2 Tbsp2 Tbsp2 Tbsp Tomato Paste
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Coconut Aminos
- 0.5 tsp0.5 tsp0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Cumin, Ground
- 1 pinch1 pinch1 pinch Salt and Pepper
- .5 cup.5 cup.5 cup Vegan Mozzarella, shredded
For the Filling:
Process
Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the bell pepper halves with olive oil and place them in a baking dish.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add spinach and mushrooms, cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Crumble the tofu into the skillet and stir.
- Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, coconut aminos, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes until flavors are combined.
- Divide the tofu mixture evenly between the bell pepper halves. Press down slightly to pack the filling.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Uncover, add mozzarella on top, and bake for another 5 minutes to allow the tops to get slightly golden.
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Appetizers Dairy Free Egg Free Entrées Gluten Free Grain Free Keto Other Pescetarian Plant Based Shellfish Free Side Dishes Snacks Sugar Alcohol Free Sugar Free Vegan Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 376 |
| Fat: | 21 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 29 g |
| Protein: | 14 g |
| Cholesterol: | 0 g |
| Sodium: | 895 mg |
| Fiber: | 7 g |
| Sugars: | 9 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |
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