Can you make these without feta?

While feta is what makes grilled feta stuffed peppers special, you can use goat cheese or ricotta mixed with herbs if you need to. The taste will be different, but still good.

What's makes bell peppers and cherry peppers for this recipe?

Bell peppers are better for main courses because they're bigger and milder. Stuffed cherry peppers are perfect for parties because they're bite-sized, but they have more heat to them.

Should you cover the peppers while grilling?

Yes, for most of the cooking time. It creates an oven effect that cooks the filling thoroughly. Uncover them for the last few minutes if you want more char on top.

How do you keep them from falling through the grill grates?

Use a grill basket or put them on foil with holes poked through. I sometimes use a cast iron skillet right on the grill - gives you more control.

5 Amazing Grilled Feta Stuffed Peppers - The Mediterranean Recipe

Name: Grilled Feta Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 6 large bell peppers (mixed colors); 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled; 1 cup cooked quinoa; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh mixed herbs (basil, oregano, parsley); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tbsp pine nuts (optional)

Description

Mediterranean-inspired grilled feta stuffed peppers featuring smoky bell peppers filled with creamy feta, quinoa, and fresh herbs. Perfect for summer grilling and entertaining.

Ingredients

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6 large bell peppers (mixed colors)

8 oz feta cheese, crumbled

1 cup cooked quinoa

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

1/4 cup fresh mixed herbs (basil, oregano, parsley)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

2 tbsp pine nuts (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F)
Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds and membranes
Trim small slice from bottom so peppers sit flat
Grill peppers cut-side down for 5 minutes
Mix feta, quinoa, herbs, garlic, and olive oil in bowl
Flip peppers and stuff with feta mixture
Cover and grill 15-20 minutes until peppers are tender
Garnish with pine nuts and serve immediately

Notes

Choose peppers that sit flat for even grilling
Feta in brine works better than pre-crumbled
Can be prepared ahead for meal prep
Substitute chickpeas for quinoa if preferred

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Mediterranean Dinner Recipes
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
Calories: 185 kcal
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 25mg