Sure, you’ve had peppers on your pizza. But have you ever had pizza in your peppers?
My Pinterest feed has been full of Mexican-inspired stuffed pepper recipes, which got me thinking: why not go Italian?
Not only is this fresh, nutritious meal full vitamin C and very low in sodium, but it’s also super-filling, vegan and totally customizable with your favorite “toppings.”
Pizza Pasta Stuffed Peppers
Serves 2
- Small spaghetti squash, enough to yield at least 2 cups of flesh
- 2 green bell peppers
- 3/4 cup portobello mushrooms, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon ground oregano
- 3/4 cup marinara sauce (I used—and calculated nutrition info with—my favorite Rising Moon Organics variety)
- 2 leaves fresh basil
Nutrition information per serving: 131 calories, 1 g fat, 7.5 g fiber, 5 g protein, 175 mg sodium, 258% of your daily vitamin C
Next time, I think I might swap in quinoa for the spaghetti squash for a serving of whole grains and even more protein! In fact, I might just have to try a new variation for dinner tonight. If the results turn out well, I’ll report back with another recipe!
Four other twists I’m looking forward to trying:
- Italian-Style Stuffed Peppers from Dashing Dish
- Hannah’s Turkey Stuffed Peppers from The Biggest Loser
- Quinoa and Beef-Stuffed Peppers from Carolynn’s Recipe Box
- Couscous-Stuffed Peppers from Reader’s Digest
What is your favorite stuffed food?
Does an ice cream cone stuffed with frozen yogurt count? If so, that’s my vote. 
Hey Karla! I saw a recipe similar to this on Pinterest, and wondered how the spaghetti squash was when stuffed in the peppers. So you liked it a lot? I’m curious now….I have been addicted to pinning lately :-). I nominated you for a Liebster award! This post explains everything: http://pugmamastace.com/2013/08/24/fun-news-and-randomness/ I hope you’re doing well!!
Hey Stacey! I did like it a lot, although I tried a new quinoa-stuffed variation last night which I might like even better! I’ll be sharing the recipe soon. And I share that Pinterest addiction!
You are so sweet, Stacey. Thanks so much for the nomination! Hope you’re doing well and healing up!
These look fantastic! I have some peppers ripening in my garden, so the timing for this recipe is perfect! I’m always looking for quick, easy, healthy dinners. Thanks for sharing :-).
I’m so jealous of your garden, Kelly! I really hope you enjoy the recipe.
I’ll have another stuffed pepper dish coming up soon, so stay tuned! Hopefully it will make it in time for your summer harvest.
Recipe looks so good! Thanks for linking up to #RECIPEFRIDAY
Thanks so much, Kierston! I always love the inspiration you share on #RecipeFriday. Best day of the week!