Dinner
Bell Peppers Stuffed with Brown Rice and Beans
Bell pepper halves filled with brown rice, beans, tomato and herbs, then baked until tender.
Dinner
Bean and Vegetable Tomato Stew
A simmered stew combining beans, peppers and courgette in a tomato base, seasoned with paprika and cumin.
- Prep time: approximately 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Category: Dinner
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked beans, rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small courgette/zucchini, chopped
- 1 can chopped tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Paprika, cumin, herbs and black pepper
- Water as needed
Preparation
- Soften the onion and pepper in olive oil.
- Add the remaining vegetables and tomato.
- Add the beans and enough water for the desired consistency.
- Simmer for approximately 15–20 minutes.
- Adjust the herbs and pepper.
Optional substitution: Use lentils or a mixture of beans.
Why it fits: Provides legumes and several vegetables without relying on processed meat.
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Last reviewed against the cited sources: July 17, 2026