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Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

May 24, 2022 *Updated* May 24, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 94 Comments

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Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers are packed with protein and the flavours of crab, spinach and goat cheese. Meatless and loaded with lots of flavours.

Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. This classic comfort food looks fancy but is super easy to make.

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers on a serving plate.

Did you know quinoa is great for breakfast too? It is also the perfect substitute for rice in this delicious sushi salad recipe and a great alternative in the classic tuna casserole.

Old fashioned stuffed peppers are such a great meal. You can fill them up with just about anything.

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RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for these stuffed bell peppers with quinoa can be found at the bottom of this post.

Pescatarian stuffed peppers without rice are full of protein and flavour. Crab and quinoa certainly pack a punch in this meat-free meal.  

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Ingredients For Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients making filled peppers.
  • Bell peppers
  • Cooked quinoa
  • Canned crab
  • Goat Cheese
  • Fresh spinach
  • Panko breadcrumbs
  • Olive oil
  • Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper
  • Garnish

I also have suggestions and substitutions listed below.

Preparing Stuffed Bell Peppers

Easy stuffed peppers make a great meal for any day of the week. Perfect for taking to potlucks too. Full instructions can be found in the recipe card below.

Stuffing peppers with quinoa and crab.
  • Precook the quinoa according to package directions. Since it increases 3 times when cooked, ⅔ cup dry = 2 cups cooked.
  • Cut the peppers in half and hollow out the seeds. I find a spoon works great.
  • Place them in a casserole dish.
  • Mix all stuffing ingredients in a bowl.
Baking peppers filled with quinoa and crab stuffing.
  • Stuff the peppers with the mixture.
  • Top with the bread crumbs.
  • Bake. Peppers should be fork tender when done.

In about 40 minutes, dinner is ready. Garnish and enjoy.

Meatless peppers stuffed with crab and quinoa ready to eat.

Suggestions/Recipe Tips

  • Bell Peppers – any colour will work.
  • Quinoa – can be replaced with cooked white or brown rice. Couscous is also another great choice. These can be cooked ahead of time and placed in the fridge until ready to use.
  • Canned Crab – canned salmon or canned tuna are great alternatives.
  • Old Bay Seasoning – works great in this recipe. Not a fan? Try Italian or Greek seasoning.
  • Spinach – is so nutritious. Kale is another great choice.
  • Cheese – I love working with goat cheese. You can use any soft cheese, or grate harder cheese like cheddar if you prefer.
  • Breadcrumbs – Panko works best, but Italian breadcrumbs are a good alternative.
  • Garnish – lemon, lime or any chopped fresh herbs.
Old fashioned stuffed and baked bell peppers for dinner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you bake stuffed peppers ahead of time?

Absolutely. When cool keep them refrigerated in an airtight container. They will last for 2-3 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.

How do you reheat them?

Oven Method: Cover with foil and heat in a moderate oven (350ºF) for about 20-25 minutes. Check the temperature to make sure they are heated through.
Microwave Method: Heat each pepper on high for about 2 minutes.
Heating from frozen will take longer with either method.

Do you have to boil peppers before stuffing?

This is not necessary, and I did not pre-cook them for this recipe. Just make sure they are fork-tender when done.

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Looking for more tasty stuffed recipes? Here are a few to try:

  • Sausage and Apple Stuffed Squash – presentation perfect for Thanksgiving dinner.
  • Grilled Mushroom Caps – makes a great starter for any bbq party.
  • Cucumber Appetizers with Smoked Salmon – always a hit on the party tray.
  • Mushroom Bites – stuffed with mac and cheese.
  • Stuffed Sweet Onions – made with couscous.
  • Stuffed Artichokes – a true classic.
  • Smoked Apples – a great dessert made on the barbecue.

Check out some of my other casserole recipes for easy meal ideas.

Quinoa and Crab Stuffed Bell Peppers for an easy dinner.
Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers on a serving plate.

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers are protein packed with flavours of crab, spinach and goat cheese. Perfect, tasty one dish dinner. Great meatless alternative.
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Course: Main Course, Roasting
Cuisine: American, Canadian
Keyword: bell peppers, sutffed peppers
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 152kcal
Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

Ingredients

  • 4 bell peppers (washed,cut and hollowed out)
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 2 cans of crab meat (120 grams each)
  • 6 ounces goat cheese
  • 8 ounces fresh spinach (for the recipe & garnish)
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt & Pepper (to taste)
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges
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Instructions

  • Pre-cook your quinoa.
  • Preheat the oven to 400º F.
  • Place the peppers in a prepared casserole dish.
  • Drain the canned crab meat..
  • In a bowl add the quinoa, crab, seasonings, goat cheese and mix well to combine.
  • Add in 2 oz. of the chopped spinach and mix to combine.
  • Stuff the peppers with the mixture.
  • In a bowl combine the panko crumbs and olive oil till the crumbs are well coated.
  • Sprinkle over each pepper.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove foil and continue to bake for another 10 minutes, or until the peppers are cooked to your desired level of firmness.
  • Place the rest of the chopped spinach on a serving platter. Place the cooked peppers on top.
  • Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 377mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4756IU | Vitamin C: 84mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Andrea Pannell

    June 05, 2022 at 4:01 pm

    My son just loves bell peppers, I cannot wait to try these out as a new recipe!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      June 05, 2022 at 5:57 pm

      Enjoy, I hope you enjoy these stuffed bell peppers as much as we do.

  2. Enri Lemoine

    June 05, 2022 at 6:26 am

    I love everything quinoa and these stuffed peppers are no exception. I love goat cheese too. Very easy to digest.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      June 05, 2022 at 8:52 am

      We love these stuffed peppers with quinoa any night of the week.

  3. Jamie

    June 04, 2022 at 9:18 pm

    These stuffed peppers were a hit for our family dinner! We love anything with crab so I added a bit more but otherwise followed the recipe exactly. Thank you Gloria!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      June 05, 2022 at 8:53 am

      You are very welcome. Stuff these as you please.

  4. Ramona

    June 04, 2022 at 7:52 am

    I love making stuffed peppers and these look really delicious! I can’t wait to try them out as it is a new recipe I would love to make. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      June 04, 2022 at 9:26 am

      You are welcome. I hope you enjoy these quinoa stuffed peppers as much as we do.

  5. Patricia @ Grab a Plate

    June 03, 2022 at 10:14 am

    I love quinoa, and this is a wonderful way to put it to use! I always request that my mom make stuffed peppers when I visit (one of my favorites). Maybe I will be turning the tables on her with this fab recipe 🙂

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      June 04, 2022 at 9:27 am

      Enjoy, these crab and quinoa stuffed peppers are sure to be a hit.

  6. Erin

    June 03, 2022 at 5:10 am

    I just loved the goat cheese in these! And the breadcrumbs on top were the perfect touch. We all really enjoyed them and will make again soon! Thanks a bunch.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      June 03, 2022 at 8:55 am

      We love these crab stuffed peppers any night of the week. Glad you enjoyed them too.

  7. Heidy

    June 02, 2022 at 6:47 am

    These Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers were excellent! They were perfect! I loved the ingredients and that they were meatless. I love meat but have been looking for recipes without due to a medical condition. I will be saving this recipe for sure and looking forward to checking out more of your recipes today.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      June 02, 2022 at 9:04 am

      We enjoy using quinoa in so many recipes, like these stuffed peppers.

  8. Beth

    May 26, 2022 at 10:45 am

    I can’t wait to make this! I love quinoa, and I’ve been looking for a new way to make it. This looks great.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 27, 2022 at 9:42 am

      Quinoa works great in this easy-to-make sushi salad.

  9. Tayler Ross

    May 26, 2022 at 10:04 am

    We had these stuffed peppers for dinner last night and they were incredible! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 26, 2022 at 10:06 am

      You are very welcome. So glad you enjoyed this stuffed pepper recipe.

  10. Michelle

    May 26, 2022 at 9:42 am

    Made these for dinner last night and they were amazing! The best way to use up lots of bell peppers in the fridge 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 26, 2022 at 10:06 am

      I agree, stuffing peppers always works for an easy meal.

  11. Claudia Lamascolo

    May 26, 2022 at 9:31 am

    I love this healthy version and the flavors are so delicious I never missed having anything else in the stuffing! Delicious!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 26, 2022 at 10:07 am

      The crab and quinoa stuffing in these bell peppers is over the top delicious.

  12. Glenda

    May 25, 2022 at 11:52 pm

    I love, love, love quinoa! And I’ve never considered mixing it with crab before. This recipe is absolutely scrumptious and such a light, healthy dish! Thanks for sharing it.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 26, 2022 at 8:52 am

      You are very welcome. So glad you enjoyed these delicious stuffed bell peppers.

  13. Jere Cassidy

    May 25, 2022 at 12:18 pm

    I have always stuffed peppers with rice but I so much prefer the quinoa stuffing. Your recipe is easy to follow and the peppers make a quick supper for us.

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 25, 2022 at 3:50 pm

      I love using quinoa as an alternative to rice, and it works so well in this recipe.

  14. Luke

    May 25, 2022 at 11:09 am

    fantastic recipe; we used tinned salmon as you suggested, and it was superb; the family loved this stuffed pepper recipe 🙂

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 25, 2022 at 3:51 pm

      Oh good, glad you made this easy stuffed pepper recipe work for you.

  15. Jill

    May 25, 2022 at 10:23 am

    I love stuffed peppers and this recipe is now on regular rotation! Such an easy to get quinoa in too!

    Reply
    • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

      May 25, 2022 at 3:51 pm

      So glad you loved this recipe for easy stuffed peppers with quinoa and crab.

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