Stuffed Mini Peppers with Herbed Cheese
In short: Sweet mini peppers filled with a creamy mix of cream cheese, feta, chives and lemon. A colorful, no-cook finger food that can be made a day ahead. It takes about 25 min in total and makes 8 servings.
- Prep
- 25 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Resting
- 20 min
- Total
- 25 min
- Servings
- 8
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 115 kcal
Mini sweet peppers come in red, orange and yellow, and halved they make ready-made edible boats. A filling of cream cheese and feta, brightened with chives, dill, garlic and lemon zest, is quick to pipe or spoon in. There is no cooking, the colors look good on a party platter, and kids who like crunchy vegetables tend to eat them without complaint. Fill them up to a day ahead.
Instructions
- Cut each pepper in half lengthwise through the stem. Scrape out the seeds and white ribs and pat the halves dry. Arrange them cut side up on a platter.
- Mash the feta with a fork in a bowl. Add the cream cheese, chives, dill, garlic, lemon zest, olive oil and pepper and stir until smooth and spreadable.
- Spoon the filling into a piping bag, or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off.
- Pipe the filling into each pepper half, mounding it slightly. A teaspoon works if you do not have a bag.
- Dust with a little smoked paprika and a few extra chives. Chill for 20 minutes, then serve. Keep covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Tips
- Choose peppers of similar size and trim a thin slice off any that wobble so they sit flat on the platter.
- For a dairy-free filling, mash 240 g (1 cup) of drained white beans with the lemon, garlic, olive oil and herbs until smooth.
Questions and answers
Can I make stuffed mini peppers ahead?
Yes. Fill them up to 24 hours ahead, cover and chill. Add the paprika and extra herbs just before serving so they stay bright.
What if I cannot find mini peppers?
Cut 3 regular bell peppers into 24 bite-size boats or squares and pipe the filling on top. Choose small, thick-walled peppers for the best crunch.
Are stuffed mini peppers spicy?
No. Mini sweet peppers are mild and slightly sweet. Add a pinch of chili flakes to the filling if you want some heat.
How long does it take to make Stuffed Mini Peppers with Herbed Cheese?
About 25 min in total: 25 min of preparation and 0 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Stuffed Mini Peppers with Herbed Cheese?
About 115 kcal per serving, with 3 g of protein, 3 g of carbohydrates and 10 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 115 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
