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Easy Mediterranean Stuffed Mini Peppers with Feta

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These Easy Mediterranean Stuffed Mini Peppers are a quick, no-cook appetizer or snack made with sweet mini peppers, creamy feta, and mashed chickpeas. Perfect for last-minute gatherings, meal prep, or a healthy, flavorful bite.

Ingredients

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  • 12–15 mini sweet peppers (about 24–30 halves)
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: extra parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Prep the peppers: Slice each mini pepper in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and white membranes. Set aside on a serving platter or baking sheet.
  2. Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, mash the drained and rinsed chickpeas with a fork until broken down but still chunky.
  3. Add the flavor: To the mashed chickpeas, add crumbled feta, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and dried oregano. Stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Stuff the peppers: Using a spoon or small scoop, fill each pepper half with the chickpea and feta mixture. Use about a heaping teaspoon per half.
  5. Garnish and serve: Arrange stuffed peppers on a platter. Drizzle with extra olive oil, sprinkle with more parsley, and add red pepper flakes if desired. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Notes

For best texture, dry chickpeas well after rinsing. Do not over-mash; leave some texture. Let peppers rest 30 minutes to an hour for flavors to meld. Serve at room temperature, not straight from the fridge. Use fresh feta from a block for best results.

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Keywords: stuffed mini peppers, Mediterranean appetizer, vegetarian, gluten-free, easy snack, feta, chickpeas, no-cook

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