
Couscous-Stuffed Poblano Peppers
with Spinach, Raisins & Tahini Dressing
Keep it Vegetarian
40 min
These vibrant stuffed peppers are loaded with tahini-dressed couscous, spinach, sweet raisins, and more—then baked in the oven and served over a layer of bright, creamy lemon yogurt.
Details
These vibrant stuffed peppers are loaded with tahini-dressed couscous, spinach, sweet raisins, and more—then baked in the oven and served over a layer of bright, creamy lemon yogurt.
Nutrition
550 Cal/serving
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600 Calories Or Less
Ingredients
½ cup
Yellow Couscous
2 each
Poblano Pepper
3 oz
Baby Spinach
1 each
Lemon
2 tbsp
Golden Raisins
1 ½ oz
Feta Cheese
2 clove
Garlic
1 tbsp
Capers
½ cup
Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt
2 tbsp
Tahini
2 tbsp
Sliced Roasted Almonds
Note: Measurements are for 2 serving recipes.

Instructions
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step 1
Roast the peppers
Preheat the oven to 450°F. Wash and dry the fresh produce. Place the peppers on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; turn to coat. Roast 12 to 14 minutes, or until browned and blistered. Leaving the oven on, remove from the oven. Set aside to cool at least 5 minutes.
Instructions

step 1
Roast the peppers
Preheat the oven to 450°F. Wash and dry the fresh produce. Place the peppers on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; turn to coat. Roast 12 to 14 minutes, or until browned and blistered. Leaving the oven on, remove from the oven. Set aside to cool at least 5 minutes.

step 2
Cook the couscous & spinach
Meanwhile, in a medium pot (or large for 4 servings), combine the couscous, raisins, a big pinch of salt, and 3/4 cup of water (or 1 1/2 cups for 4 servings); stir to combine. Heat to boiling on high. Once boiling, place the spinach on top of the couscous. Turn off the heat. Cover and let stand 6 to 8 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the couscous is tender. Stir until combined and the spinach is slightly wilted.

step 3
Prepare the remaining ingredients & make the dressing
Meanwhile, quarter and deseed the lemon(s). Peel 2 cloves of garlic (or 4 cloves for 4 servings); using a zester or the small side of a box grater, finely grate into a paste. In a bowl, combine the tahini, the juice of 2 lemon wedges (or 4 wedges for 4 servings), 2 tablespoons of water (or 4 tablespoons for 4 servings), 1 tablespoon of olive oil (or 2 tablespoons for 4 servings), and as much of the garlic paste as you’d like. Whisk until smooth. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired.

step 4
Make the filling & prepare the peppers
To the pot of cooked couscous and spinach, add the capers, half the feta (crumbling before adding), and dressing. Stir to thoroughly combine. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired. Carefully cut a lengthwise slit in each cooled poblano pepper, keeping one side intact. Carefully open each pepper. Using a spoon, remove the ribs and seeds. Thoroughly wash your hands immediately after handling.

step 5
Stuff & roast the peppers
Evenly stuff each prepared pepper with the filling (you may have extra for serving). Roast 8 to 10 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the peppers are tender when pierced with a fork. Remove from the oven. Let stand at least 2 minutes before serving.

step 6
Make the lemon yogurt & serve your dish
Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the yogurt, the juice of the remaining lemon wedges, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the lemon yogurt between dishes and spread into an even layer. Top with any remaining filling and the stuffed peppers. Garnish with the almonds, remaining feta (crumbling before adding), and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy!
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