Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers

These vibrant bell peppers are generously filled with a savory blend of fluffy rice, your choice of protein, and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty gluten-free sauce. Each bite offers a delightful mix of tender pepper, hearty filling, and bright, fresh flavors.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Total: 30 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This easy lunch recipe yields 4 servings in about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 9 ingredients — including bell peppers, cooked rice, protein of choice — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more lunch recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers: When preparing this lunch recipe, if using GF pasta, cook it in fresh water, and check that the sauce or dressing is labeled gluten-free. Bake the peppers in a clean baking dish.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers: This recipe is naturally gluten-free by using gluten-free grains or pasta and ensuring all added sauces and seasonings are free from gluten-containing grains.

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Ingredients

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4 medium bell peppers, any color, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or GF pasta Shop
1 cup protein of choice (cooked shredded chicken, cooked shrimp, firm tofu cubes, or drained chickpeas)
2 cups finely diced fresh vegetables (e.g., zucchini, corn, black beans, onions)
2 tbsp gluten-free sauce (e.g., GF tamari, olive oil, or your favorite GF dressing) Shop
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or rice vinegar Shop
1 tsp sesame oil or olive oil Shop
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. Place the halved bell peppers cut-side up in the prepared baking dish. If they wobble, you can slice a thin sliver off the bottom to create a stable base.
2 In a medium bowl, combine the cooked rice or GF pasta, your chosen protein, and the finely diced fresh vegetables. Stir these ingredients together until well mixed.
3 Add the gluten-free sauce, fresh lemon juice or rice vinegar, sesame oil or olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the filling. Gently toss everything together until the filling is evenly coated and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4 Generously spoon the filling mixture into each bell pepper half, pressing it down gently to ensure it's packed. You want the peppers to be full but not overflowing.
5 Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender when pierced with a fork and the filling is heated through. For a slightly browned top, you can remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking.

Nutrition (per serving)

345

Calories

23g

Protein

41g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

363mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Uncover the peppers for the last 5-10 minutes of baking so the tops brown a little.
If you prefer softer peppers, microwave or blanch the halves for 2-3 minutes before filling.
Pack the filling firmly, as step 4 says, so the peppers hold together when served.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers take?

Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers takes about 30 minutes: 10 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook, for 4 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers?

Check bell peppers, any color, halved lengthwise and seeded, cooked rice, quinoa, or GF pasta, protein of choice before they go into Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers. If using GF pasta, cook it in fresh water, and check that the sauce or dressing is labeled gluten-free. Bake the peppers in a clean baking dish.

Which gluten-free swaps does Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers use?

Gluten-Free Stuffed Bell Peppers relies on gluten-free noodles or pasta. Keep those gluten-free-labeled products in place of a gluten-containing flour or sauce. If the blend already lists xanthan gum, do not add a second binder unless this recipe says to.

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