Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Peppers
Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and healthy dish that transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast with every bite. These colorful bell peppers are lovingly filled with a flavorful blend of high-quality tuna, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, making them an eye-catching centerpiece for any meal. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your pantry staples. Enjoy a burst of flavor while impressing family and friends with these delicious stuffed peppers!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds. Trim the bottoms slightly if needed for stability.
- In a bowl, combine drained tuna, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper; mix well.
- Generously stuff each pepper with the tuna mixture.
- Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Cover with foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes to brown the tops.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg