New Year Special Baked Stuffed Veggies With Spicy Tomato Sauce

Ingredients:

• Assorted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, tomatoes, etc.)
• Quinoa or rice stuffing (1 cup, approximately 220 kcal)
• Feta or goat cheese (½ cup, approximately 200 kcal)
• Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, etc.)
• Olive oil (2 tbsp, approximately 240 kcal)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For Spicy Tomato Sauce:
  • Tomatoes (4, diced)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • Red chili flakes (1 tsp, optional)
  • Olive oil (1 tbsp)
  • Salt and sugar to taste

Steps:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2: Cut the tops off the vegetables and hollow them out, creating space for the stuffing.

Step 3: In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa or rice, crumbled cheese, chopped herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper to prepare the stuffing.

Step 4: Stuff the vegetables with the quinoa mixture and place them in a baking dish.

Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the stuffing is golden.

For Spicy Tomato Sauce:

Step 6: In a pan, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until golden.

Step 7: Add diced tomatoes, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and a pinch of sugar. Simmer until the sauce thickens.

Step 8: Serve the baked stuffed veggies drizzled with the Spicy Tomato Sauce.

Enjoy this New Year Special dish that combines wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, setting the tone for a delicious and auspicious year ahead!