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Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Peppers

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Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Peppers are a light, flavorful, and protein-rich dish filled with a zesty tuna mixture, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
  • 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in olive oil, drained
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place halved bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. In a large bowl, combine tuna, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, cucumber, capers, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Remove peppers from the oven and let cool slightly.
  5. Spoon the tuna mixture into each pepper half, filling generously.
  6. Optionally, top with crumbled feta cheese.
  7. Return stuffed peppers to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can serve these cold as well, without the final bake, for a refreshing summer meal.
  • Swap in quinoa or chickpeas for extra fiber and bulk.
  • Use jarred roasted red peppers for a no-bake version.

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Keywords: Mediterranean, tuna, stuffed peppers, healthy, low carb, easy dinner

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