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Monster Bell Pepper Salad Cups

A vibrant and healthy salad served in colorful bell pepper cups, perfect for a refreshing appetizer or light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bell Peppers
  • 4 pieces large bell peppers any color
Salad Filling
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa cooled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for dressing
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Bell Peppers
  1. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  2. Set the bell peppers upright on a serving platter.
Make the Salad Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to combine.
Assemble the Salad Cups
  1. Spoon the salad filling into each bell pepper cup until filled.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 6gSugar: 4g

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad filling with your favorite vegetables or proteins.

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