Greek-Style Stuffed Capsicums 🇬🇷

Description: Greek-Style Stuffed Capsicums are colorful bell peppers filled with a delicious mixture of rice, tomatoes, onions, garlic, fresh herbs, and olive oil. Baked until tender and flavorful, this Mediterranean dish is perfect for a healthy family meal.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers (capsicums)

• 1 cup uncooked rice

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 medium tomatoes, diced

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• ¼ cup olive oil

• ½ cup vegetable broth or water

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

• ½ teaspoon dried oregano

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon paprika

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Wash the bell peppers, cut off the tops, and remove the seeds and membranes.

3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft.

4. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

5. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, rice, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

6. Add vegetable broth and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. Remove from heat and mix in fresh parsley and dill.

8. Fill each bell pepper about three-quarters full with the rice mixture.

9. Arrange the peppers upright in a baking dish. Add a little water to the bottom of the dish.

10. Drizzle olive oil over the peppers and cover the dish with foil.

11. Bake for 35–40 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the peppers are tender and the rice is fully cooked.

12. Sprinkle with feta cheese if desired and serve warm.

Healthy Benefits

• Bell peppers provide vitamin C and antioxidants.

• Rice provides energy through carbohydrates.

• Olive oil contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

• Fresh herbs add flavor and beneficial plant compounds.

Pro Tips

• Choose peppers that can stand upright in the baking dish.

• Don’t overfill the peppers because the rice expands as it cooks.

• Add a little extra broth if the filling looks dry.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Greek salad, tzatziki sauce, warm pita bread, or roasted vegetables.

Variations

• Vegan: Skip the feta cheese.

• High Protein: Add cooked ground turkey or chicken.

• Mediterranean: Add chopped olives and crumbled feta.

• Extra Vegetables: Mix in zucchini, carrots, or spinach.

Final Thought

These Greek-Style Stuffed Capsicums are colorful, comforting, and full of Mediterranean flavor. A delicious meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.