Hummus-Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers
Hummus-stuffed mini sweet peppers are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet peppers are roasted until tender and then stuffed with a creamy hummus mixture. The hummus is made with fresh parsley, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. The sweet peppers are then topped with crumbled feta cheese and served. These hummus-stuffed mini sweet peppers are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
Hummus-stuffed mini sweet peppers are a relatively new dish, but they have quickly become a popular appetizer. The dish is thought to have originated in the Middle East, where hummus is a staple food. The first recorded recipe for hummus-stuffed mini sweet peppers appeared in a cookbook in the early 2000s. Since then, the dish has become popular all over the world. Hummus-stuffed mini sweet peppers are a great way to use up leftover hummus. They are also a healthy and delicious snack or appetizer.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 12 mini sweet peppers, various colors
  • 1 cup hummus
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut the tops off the sweet peppers and remove the seeds.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the hummus, parsley, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stuff the sweet peppers with the hummus mixture.
  5. Place the sweet peppers in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
  6. Sprinkle with feta cheese (optional) and serve.
Why It Works
  • The sweet peppers are roasted until tender, which brings out their natural sweetness.
  • The hummus filling is creamy and flavorful, and it complements the sweet peppers perfectly.
  • The crumbled feta cheese adds a salty and tangy flavor to the dish.
  • Hummus-stuffed mini sweet peppers are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.