Vegan Stuffed Cherry Peppers
Bright, flavorful, and completely plant-based, these Vegan Stuffed Cherry Peppers are the perfect appetizer or side dish to impress your guests. Bursting with vibrant flavor, this recipe features sweet and tangy cherry peppers filled with a rich, creamy filling made from blended cashews, nutritional yeast, fresh parsley, and zesty lemon juice. Oven-baked to tender perfection in just 10 minutes, these bite-sized delights are not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with healthy, wholesome ingredients. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or a satisfying snack, these stuffed peppers are a testament to how simple vegan cuisine can be both indulgent and nutritious. Garnish with fresh parsley for an added pop of color and serve warm for maximum enjoyment!
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Ingredients
- 20 whole Cherry peppers
- 1 cup Cashews
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Rinse and dry the cherry peppers. Carefully cut off the tops of each pepper and remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or a paring knife. Set aside.
Step 3
Soak the cashews in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain them.
Step 4
In a food processor, combine the cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, parsley, salt, black pepper, and water. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 5
Fill each hollowed-out cherry pepper with the cashew filling, using a small spoon or piping bag for precision.
Step 6
Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish, standing upright. Brush the outsides lightly with olive oil if desired.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender but still hold their shape.
Step 8
Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (519.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 990.8 |
| Total Fat 75.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2398.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.1g | |
| Protein 28.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 102.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1051.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories