Description
Cottage Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers are a burst of flavor and color, making them the perfect appetizer for any gathering. These bite-sized delights combine the sweetness of mini peppers with a creamy cottage cheese filling, offering a nutritious and satisfying snack. Quick and easy to prepare, they are sure to impress your guests, whether served warm or cold.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini sweet peppers
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice each mini pepper in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; mix until well blended.
- Generously fill each mini pepper half with the cottage cheese mixture.
- Arrange the stuffed peppers in the prepared baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and slightly softened.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm as appetizers or snacks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed peppers (85g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For a different texture, swap cottage cheese for ricotta or cream cheese. Add spices like cumin or paprika for an extra flavor kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.