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Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers (Vegan and Gluten Free!)

Published by Amy Becker on October 3, 2013
Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
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These Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers are Vegan and Gluten Free! Make sure to scroll all the way down for the Le Creuset Giveaway!

Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Pepper Party

Are y’all ready to paaarty?? Pepper party of course! Instead of Jell-O shots and karaoke, this party is full of tasty red, orange and yellow bell peppers. But just as fun I swear! I’m working with the fine folks of Divemax to share some tasty pepper recipes along with some fellow bloggers, and share some awesome prizes that you can win!! The growers of Divemex specialize in greenhouse grown peppers in state of the art facilities that facilitate the production of the highest quality peppers in some of the safest facilities anywhere.  But most importantly, as a Fair Trade Certified company, they have an unwavering commitment to social responsibility that includes support for families of their workers, health care for all employees and a child-free environment. Neat-o, right? Makes you wonder about other peppers. I love cooking with peppers- they are versatile, chock full or nutrients, and colorful!

Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

When I thought about pepper recipes, I immediately recalled one of the most popular recipes on WJWE: Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers. They are perfect for fall, a little spicy and super filling. Readers have been asking for a vegan, gluten-free version since I made the original. Well, ask and you shall receive! Bam! I used nutritional yeast, almond milk and almond flour and dare I say this is even tastier than the original? I dare! I even used kale instead of the original spinach to up to tastiness and healthiness factor. You’re welcome!

Heat up two tablespoons grapeseed oil over medium heat. Sauté onions over medium heat until they start to brown, about 5 minutes) and then add in garlic and sauté for one more minute. Add in almond flour to make a roux, and then add in almond milk, nutritional yeast, and Dijon mustard. Stir over medium heat until the sauce is thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. If it seems too thick, add a little more almond milk. Then add in seasonings and stir, and mix in pumpkin, kale and quinoa and stir until kale wilts.

Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed PeppersFill the four peppers with the mixture and bake for 45-60 minutes until peppers are soft and filling is hot.

Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

I topped mine with some toasted amaranth for crunch. Serve hot!

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Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers (Vegan and Gluten Free!)

Amy Kritzer
These Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers are Vegan and Gluten Free but totally delicious!
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
Course Gluten Free, Vegan
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
  • 1/4 cup white onion small diced
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 cups almond milk
  • 3/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon sage
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch cayenne
  • 1 cup pureed pumpkin
  • 2 cups dinosaur kale chopped
  • 1½ cups quinoa cooked
  • 4 large bell peppers with the tops cut off and seeds removed
  • 2 tablespoons amaranth optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat up two tablespoons grapeseed oil in a large heavy-bottom saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onions over medium heat until they start to brown, about 5 minutes) and then add in garlic and sauté for one more minute.
  • Add in almond flour to make a roux, and then add in almond milk, nutritional yeast, and Dijon mustard. Stir over medium heat until the sauce is thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. If it seems too thick, add a little more almond milk.
  • Then add in salt, sage, cinnamon and black and cayenne pepper and stir, and mix in pumpkin, kale and quinoa and stir until kale wilts.
  • Fill the four peppers with the mixture and bake for 45-60 minutes until peppers are soft and filling is hot.
  • I topped mine with some toasted amaranth for crunch. To make, heat a heavy-bottom saucepan on the stovetop over medium heat. Add amaranth and stir until most of the grains have popped into white kernels, careful not to burn them. Serve hot!
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54 Comments

  1. {#PepperParty} Quiche Provencale + a Le Crueset Giveaway - Healthy. Delicious. says:
    October 3, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    […] by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner Jack-O-Lantern Stuffed Bell Peppers by It’s Yummi! Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers (Vegan and Gluten Free!) by What Jew Wanna Eat Curried Coconut Chicken Soup with Brown Rice by Chocolate & Carrots Sweet […]

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    October 3, 2013 at 6:39 AM

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  4. How To Make Roasted Peppers in a Slow Cooker says:
    October 3, 2013 at 7:12 AM

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    October 3, 2013 at 7:15 AM

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  6. blima says:
    October 3, 2013 at 7:24 AM

    awesome giveaway and yummy peppers

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 9:48 AM

      Thanks!

      Reply
  7. Jack-o-Lantern Stuffed Bell Peppers for my #PepperParty says:
    October 3, 2013 at 7:26 AM

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  11. Ari @ Ari's Menu says:
    October 3, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    So I love this recipe, but even more, I love the name of your blog! 🙂

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 9:48 AM

      Thanks, Ari!

      Reply
  12. Pam says:
    October 3, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    My kids love pumpkin this looks like another way to incorporate into their diet other than as a dessert. I will be making these for dinner on Sunday night for sure. I just might add some turkey sausage (?) or another protein for my husband.

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 10:17 AM

      Thanks, Pam! Ground meat would definitely be a tasty addition.

      Reply
  13. Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers - What Jew Wanna Eat says:
    October 3, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    […] Check of the Vegan and Gluten Free version of these Cheesy Pumpkin Quinoa Stuffed Peppers here! […]

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  14. Sarah says:
    October 3, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Looks like a good recipe. I’ve seen quite a few recipes using nutritional yeast, but have never tried using it.

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 10:31 AM

      It’s pretty tasty and does a great job of mimicking cheese!

      Reply
  15. Shaina Wizov says:
    October 3, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    I love every single ingredient in this recipe. I definitely have to try this out!

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 10:44 AM

      Thanks, Shaina! Let me know what you think!

      Reply
  16. culinarycam says:
    October 3, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    These look amazing! I love all the colors. Thanks for sharing with the #PepperParty! I shared a bell pepper cocktail. Cheers.

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 10:47 AM

      Thanks! I can’t wait to try your cocktail to wash it all down!

      Reply
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  18. #PepperParty: Rings with Chipotle Maple Ketchup says:
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  19. Jennifer Davidoff says:
    October 3, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    My favorite ingredients in a stuffed bell pepper: Ground turkey, onions, yellow squash, corn, small pieces of broccoli, and small pieces of asparagus!! Can you say yum?!

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 3:22 PM

      Sounds delicious!

      Reply
  20. livininvegas says:
    October 3, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    I like my peppers stuffed with hamburger, rice and tomatoes.

    Reply
  21. Maria Greve says:
    October 3, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    I love all of them, so hard to choose just one… but if I had to my favorite is any and all kinds of stuffed peppers! ok, still not ONE recipe. There’s so many ways to use bell peppers, how can I choose just one?

    Reply
  22. Cravings of a Lunatic says:
    October 3, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    Oh my gosh Amy, these are so pretty. I love that you stuffed them with quinoa, the pumpkin is brilliant.

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 3, 2013 at 9:43 PM

      Thanks, Kim! The pumpkin really helps thicken it, making the stuffed peppers super filling and hearty 🙂

      Reply
  23. Gloria says:
    October 4, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Amy, a fantastic creative recipe again. Pumpkin is full of vitamin A as you probably know. Is the cheesy from yeast?? I have never heard of nutritional yeast. So it is different than bread yeast??? Oy.
    I’ve got to try this.

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 4, 2013 at 9:19 AM

      Thanks! Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast that tastes like cheese!

      Reply
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  25. Rust says:
    October 4, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    I love stuffed bell peppers with crumbled sausage, shredded potatoes, onions, and lots of mozzarella.

    Reply
  26. Tracey Lynn says:
    October 4, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    I love roasted bell peppers!

    Reply
  27. melissa @ my whole food life says:
    October 5, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Love this recipe! My husband is Turkish and he makes stuffed peppers as well, but your version looks great too! Pinning!

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 5, 2013 at 10:33 AM

      Thanks so much, Melissa!

      Reply
  28. juanitascocina says:
    October 5, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    You had me at quinoa! LOVE these!

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      October 6, 2013 at 11:14 AM

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
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  30. mermont84 says:
    October 6, 2013 at 9:43 PM

    My fav recipe is roasted red pepper omelets!

    Reply
  31. Monique says:
    October 7, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    Im looking at all these pepper recipes… and IM starting to get really hungry! lol

    Reply
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  35. Cora says:
    November 24, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    I am allergic to almonds, do you know what would be a good substitute for almond flour?

    Reply
    • Amy Kritzer says:
      November 24, 2013 at 6:52 PM

      Do you want these to be gluten free?

      Reply
      • Cora says:
        November 24, 2013 at 7:32 PM

        Yes I would like these gluten free.

        Reply
        • Amy Kritzer says:
          November 24, 2013 at 8:15 PM

          I think it would work with any gluten free flour! What do you normally use?

          Reply
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Shalom! I’m Amy Kritzer Becker and welcome to What Jew Wanna Eat! Your source for home cooked (sometimes) kosher goodness. I have always enjoyed cooking and baking, but needed a new goal, a challenge, to get back to my culinary roots. So, I called up Bubbe Eleanor and pleaded for her to send me her best recipes. Stat!

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