Spooky Stuffed Bell Peppers, Three Ways - Persevere Wellness LLC

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers (choose green, orange, or red for a festive look)
• 1 lb ground turkey, chicken, or black beans (for a vegetarian version)
• 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional for heat)
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella works great)
• 1/2 cup corn kernels (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
• 1 small carrot, sliced into thin strips (for “monster teeth”)
• 2 black olives or cherry tomatoes (for “monster eyes”)