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Spinach and Feta Stuffed Peppers: A Delicious Way To Boost Your Iron and Calcium Intake

Think of this as your easy, no-fuss meal prep win for the week. These stuffed capsicums are filled with creamy feta, hearty brown rice, and fresh spinach—everything you need to feel full and fuelled. It’s a lighter take on traditional stuffed peppers, but still brings serious Flavour and nutrition to the table. If you’re hunting for a clean and quick stuffed capsicum recipe that hits your macros without the mess, this one’s a keeper. Bonus? They look just as good as they taste. Perfect for work lunches or post-workout dinners.
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Course: Drinks, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cooked brown rice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
  3. In a bowl, mix spinach, feta, brown rice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the mixture into the bell peppers.
  5. Place in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Notes

Calorific and Macro Values:
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Protein: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fat: 12g
 
Health Benefits:
  • Spinach is rich in iron and vitamins A and C.
  • Feta cheese provides calcium and protein.
  • A low-calorie, nutrient-dense meal option.