Tuna-Stuffed Bell Peppers

Name: Tuna-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 - 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 (5-ounce) cans chunk white tuna, drained; 1 celery stalk, chopped; 1/3 c. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish; 1/3 c. chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 1/3 c. mayonnaise; 1/4 c. sliced cornichons; 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 large (or 3 medium) sweet bell peppers, such as red, yellow, or orange; 4 to 6 saltine crackers, crumbled; 4 oz. Cheddar, shredded (about 1 cup)

This throwback dinner is kid-friendly and easy to make!

By Christopher MichelPublished: Nov 20, 2024

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stuffed bell peppers in a baking pan with a serving spatula

Becky Luigart-Stayner for Country Living

Yields:

4 - 6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Getting a little bored with your weeknight dinner rotation? Maybe it's time to switch things up. Try this old-school classic: It's affordable, fun, tasty, and easy to make. You just whip up some tuna salad, stuff it in a few peppers, and then cover in cheese and bake!

It's simple, colorful, delicious, and healthy.

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Ingredients

2 (5-ounce) cans chunk white tuna, drained
1 celery stalk, chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sliced cornichons
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large (or 3 medium) sweet bell peppers, such as red, yellow, or orange
4 to 6 saltine crackers, crumbled
4 oz. Cheddar, shredded (about 1 cup)

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine tuna, celery, parsley, dill, scallions, mayonnaise, cornichons, and mustard in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2Slice peppers in half lengthwise, preserving tops and bottoms. Discard stems, pith, and seeds. Fill cavities with tuna mixture, dividing evenly; place on prepared baking sheet. Top with saltines and Cheddar. Bake until peppers are soft and cheese is browned, 28 to 30 minutes. Serve immediately garnished with parsley and dill.

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