Description

These Easy Cheese and Everything Bagel-Stuffed Mini Peppers make a perfect healthy and flavorful snack or appetizer. Sweet mini peppers are filled with a creamy mixture of fat-free feta and light cheddar cheese, enhanced with everything bagel seasoning and a hint of chili crunch for a spicy kick. Ready in minutes, this low-calorie, gluten-free dish is colorful, fun to eat, and packed with a burst of savory flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Peppers

1/2 lb mini sweet peppers

Cheese Mixture

1/4 cup fat-free feta cheese
2 light Laughing Cow cheddar cheese wedges

Seasoning and Garnish

Everything bagel seasoning, to taste
1/2 tsp chili crunch, oil drained
Optional: green onions or fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Peppers: Slice the mini sweet peppers in half lengthwise and carefully remove any seeds. Arrange the pepper halves on a serving platter or sheet pan in a single layer.
Mix the Cheese: In a small bowl, combine the fat-free feta cheese with the light Laughing Cow cheddar cheese wedges. Stir until the mixture starts to come together.
Warm and Season the Cheese Mixture: Microwave the cheese mixture for about 30 seconds to soften it slightly, making it easier to blend. Then stir in the everything bagel seasoning and drained chili crunch oil until well combined, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.
Stuff the Peppers: Using a spoon, carefully fill each pepper half with the cheese mixture, distributing it evenly among all the peppers.
Serve and Enjoy: Garnish the stuffed mini peppers with chopped green onions or fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for a vibrant finish. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, creamy, and spicy flavors in every bite.

Notes

For an extra kick, adjust the amount of chili crunch to your preferred spice level.
To save time, you can prepare the cheese mixture in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and low in calories, making it a great snack for various dietary needs.
Use fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley to add a fresh aromatic touch and enhanced presentation.
Mini sweet peppers come in assorted colors and add natural sweetness and crunch to the dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Category: Appetizer, Snack
Method: No-cook, Microwave
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 stuffed mini pepper halves
Calories: 80
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 6mg

Keywords: stuffed mini peppers, everything bagel seasoning, healthy snack, low calorie appetizer, mini sweet peppers, cheese stuffed peppers