This easy and nutritious Slow Cooker Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers recipe is perfect for a quick dinner. With a hearty filling of quinoa, black beans, and spices, it’s a simple, customizable dish that can be topped with fresh garnishes like guacamole and salsa for a burst of flavor.

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Recipe Ingredients

• 1 cup (170 g) uncooked quinoa
• 1 (14.5-oz [411-g]) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (14.5-oz [411-g]) can of diced tomatoes
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 tsp (6 g) ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 6 bell peppers, tops and seeds removed (orange, red, or green)
• ½ cup (120 ml) water
• 1 (15-oz [425-g]) can of tomato sauce

Toppings

• Green onions, chopped
• Guacamole
• Salsa
• Fresh lime juice
• Fresh cilantro
• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream

How To Make Slow Cooker Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

1. Prepare the filling: Stir the quinoa, beans, tomatoes, onion, cumin, paprika, chili powder, garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Evenly fill each pepper with the quinoa-bean mixture.
2. Cook the peppers: Add the water and tomato sauce to your 6-quart (6-L) slow cooker, stirring to combine. Place the stuffed peppers into the sauce, cover, and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours.
3. Serve: Carefully remove the peppers from the slow cooker, serve with the remaining sauce, and top with your desired toppings.

Recipe Tips

• Use firm bell peppers: Choose peppers that are firm and not overripe. This ensures they hold up well during cooking and don’t become too soft or mushy.
• Don’t overstuff the peppers: Leave a little space at the top of each pepper to prevent the filling from spilling out while cooking.
• Drain beans and tomatoes: Be sure to drain and rinse the black beans and tomatoes to avoid excess moisture, which can make the filling soggy.
• Add toppings at the end: Add toppings like cheese, guacamole, and salsa just before serving to keep them fresh and flavorful.
• Adjust spice levels: If you prefer a milder dish, reduce the chili powder and red pepper flakes, or omit them altogether.

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