Description
Stuffed Mini Peppers with Whipped Feta feature sweet mini bell peppers filled with creamy whipped feta, fresh herbs, and lemon zest. They offer bright color contrast and fresh flavor perfect for parties and appetizers.
Ingredients
12 mini bell peppers (mixed colors)
8 ounces feta cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Slice mini peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
3. Blend feta, cream cheese, basil, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and garlic until smooth.
4. Spoon or pipe whipped feta mixture into each pepper half.
5. Arrange filled peppers on a baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until peppers soften slightly and filling warms.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use a variety of pepper colors for visual appeal.
Pipe filling using a plastic bag with corner snipped for neat presentation.
Can serve cold if preferred, no baking needed.