Mediterranean Feta and Olive-Stuffed Mini Peppers

Name: Mediterranean Feta and Olive-Stuffed Mini Peppers
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives; 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 clove garlic; 12 mini sweet peppers; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Fresh parsley; Cracked black pepper

A Flavorful Burst of Mediterranean Delights

These delightful mini peppers bring a burst of Mediterranean flavors with creamy feta and briny olives, perfect as an appetizer or snack.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Filling

1 cup crumbled feta cheese

1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives

finely chopped

2 tablespoons Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 clove garlic

minced

For the Peppers

12 mini sweet peppers

2 tablespoons olive oil

for brushing

For the Garnish

Fresh parsley

chopped

Cracked black pepper

Preparation

Preparing the Filling

Combine Ingredients

In a medium bowl, combine crumbled feta, chopped olives, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic.

Mix Filling

Stir until well mixed.

For a smoother filling, blend the mixture in a food processor until just combined.

Rest Filling

Set aside for flavors to meld while preparing peppers.

Preparing the Peppers

Preheat Oven

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare Peppers

Cut the tops off the mini peppers and remove seeds.

Brush Peppers

Lightly brush the outsides with olive oil.

Be careful not to overfill the peppers to avoid spilling during baking. Pro Tip: Use a piping bag for cleaner filling of the peppers.

Cooking Process

Stuffing the Peppers

Gently fill each pepper with the feta and olive mixture using a small spoon or piping bag.

Arrange on Baking Sheet

Arrange stuffed peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake

Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until peppers are tender.

Bake at 375°F (190°C).

Plating & Serving