Monday, March 10, 2014

Black Bean, Corn and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers



INGREDIENTS:
1 sweet potato, cut into small cubes
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
4 TBSP extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 red onion, diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (8oz) Old El Paso Black Bean Packet, drained
1(12oz) frozen package corn
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
2 TBSP fresh lime juice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
4 red bell peppers, sliced length wise and seeds removed
2 cups shredded cheddar
1 scallion, finely diced (for garnish)
2 pinches salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:
1) Preheat oven to 400ºF. Arrange the diced potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 TBSP oil and sprinkle with cumin, chili powder and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Toss and roast for 20 minutes. Once roasted, lower the heat to 375ºF.
2) Cook the quinoa in boiling water until they pop into little spirals, about 15 minutes. Drain.
3) Heat the remaining 2 TBSP oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the onions and sauté until they start to soften, about 4 minutes. Add the jalapeño and garlic; sauté another minute, until fragrant.
4) Add the black beans and frozen corn; cook for 5 minutes, until warmed. Add the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked quinoa, lime juice, cilantro leaves, and pinch of salt and pepper
5) Stuff the mixture into each pepper half, and sprinkle the cheese on top. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the peppers have softened, and the cheese is melted and starting to bubble.
6) Garnish with scallions and serve immediately.

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