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Vegan unstuffed pepper skillet with lentils, rice, bell peppers, and melted vegan cheese on top, garnished with fresh parsley.

Unstuffed Pepper Skillet

Ashley
This vegan one pan Unstuffed Pepper Skillet is for those nights when you’re craving stuffed peppers but don’t feel like actually making stuffed peppers. Lentils, bell peppers, and rice simmer together in one pan until tender, then everything gets topped with vegan mozzarella and steamed until perfectly melty. It’s hearty, rich in protein and fiber, and has all the cozy flavors of stuffed peppers with a lot less work! Another easy favorite from my One and Done series!
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Lunch/Dinner, Main, Main Course, Meal Prep
Servings 6
Calories 391 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 bell peppers, seeded and diced (about 2 cups)
  • 1 white onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans of lentils, drained and rinsed
  • 6 cloves fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, with their juice
  • 1 cup vegan cheddar shreds
  • Fresh minced parsley, for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the bell peppers and onions, and cook, stirring often until just tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add the lentils, garlic, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and red chili flakes, stirring to combine.
  • Mix in the tomato paste and cook until it turns deep red, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the rice, diced tomatoes and broth. Stir gently to combine and bring to a simmer.
  • Once at a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and continue to simmer until the rice is fluffy and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove the lid, sprinkle the cheese over the top and place the cover back on for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
  • Serve immediately with fresh minced parsley garnish and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 377gCalories: 391kcalCarbohydrates: 61.35gProtein: 10.7gFat: 7.85gFiber: 6.8g
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