Stuffed Bell Peppers with Tofu and Rice
Ingredients List
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1 cup uncooked brown rice
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2 cups water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and diced
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1 ¾ cups marinara sauce, divided
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salt to taste
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ground black pepper to taste
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2 red bell peppers, halved and seeded
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2 orange bell peppers, halved and seeded
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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8 slices tomato
Cooking Instructions
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Combine rice and water in a pot, bring to a boil. Cover, lower heat, and let it simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and tofu, and cook for about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup marinara sauce, season with salt and pepper, and continue cooking until the tofu is browned evenly.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Stuff each pepper half with an equal amount of rice. Layer the rice with the remaining marinara sauce and half the cheese. Top with the tofu mixture, and place a slice of tomato on each. Finish by topping with the remaining mozzarella. Arrange the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
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Bake for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve each person half of a stuffed pepper.
Nutritional Breakdown (per serving)
| 554 | Calories |
| 25g | Fat |
| 56g | Carbs |
| 29g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 554 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 25g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat 8g | 41% |
| Cholesterol 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium 813mg | 35% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 8g | 28% |
| Total Sugars 16g | |
| Protein 29g | 57% |
| Vitamin C 195mg | 217% |
| Calcium 643mg | 49% |
| Iron 4mg | 22% |
| Potassium 984mg | 21% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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