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Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious, these Cottage and Feta Cheese Stuffed Peppers are a crunchy, salty snack made with just 3 main ingredients. If you’re looking for a fun and tasty way to incorporate more cottage cheese into your diet or want a juicy, refreshing raw pepper snack, this recipe is a must-try!
Looking for more recipes with cottage cheese? You may also want to check this chocolate cottage cheese mousse, easy cottage cheese smoothie or pasta with cottage cheese.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Protein-packed: A savory option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner that’s full of protein and flavor.
- Quick & Easy: Only 3 simple ingredients and 5 minutes of prep.
- Customizable: Adjust to your taste with different cheeses, herbs, or veggies.
- Kid-friendly: Perfect for school lunches or as an easy snack to sneak in some veggies.
- Versatile: Serve as a snack, appetizer, side dish, or even part of a main course.
Cottage and Feta Cheese Stuffed Peppers
Why you are going to love these peppers? They are the perfect savory breakfast, snack or dinner. Serve them together with other protein rich foods or as a side for grilled steak or chicken.
The recipe requires just 3 basic ingredients and minimal time to make. Easy to customize to your taste. Perfect for kids lunch boxes, if you are trying to make them eat their veggies.
Note: This is an overview. See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
Ingredients:
The 3 main ingredients for this recipe are: peppers, Feta or any similar to Feta cheese and Cottage cheese. The rest of the ingredients are optional.
- 4 medium peppers (red or green)
- 100 grams crumbled Feta cheese
- 200 grams cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped chives (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt (Feta cheese is usually salty. so add salt to your personal preference)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Directions
- Prepare the Peppers:
Cut the peppers lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. - Make the Filling:
In a medium bowl, mix the cottage cheese, crumbled Feta, salt, lemon juice, chives, and parsley until well combined. - Stuff the Peppers:
Spoon the cheese mixture into the pepper halves, filling them generously. - Garnish and Serve:
Top with extra chopped chives or parsley if desired. Enjoy them as is, or pair them with eggs, salads, or grilled meats for a complete meal.
Recipe tips/FAQs
- Not a Fan of Feta Cheese?
Swap it out for cream goat cheese, ricotta, or even grated Parmesan for a different flavor profile. - Choosing the Right Peppers:
Use any type of pepper you like! It is important that they are firm and fresh. Bell peppers are great for a mild crunch, while Cubanelle or Banana peppers offer a slightly sweeter flavor. Mini peppers are ideal for bite-sized snacks. - Versatile Filling:
The cottage and feta mixture also works well as a stuffing for tomatoes or as a creamy dip for veggies like carrots, celery, or cucumbers. - Dairy-Free Option:
While I haven’t tested it, you can try using dairy-free alternatives for cottage and Feta cheese. Let me know how it turns out! - Add-Ins:
Customize the filling with grated Parmesan, chopped spinach, green onions, or your favorite herbs.
How to store
Refrigerator:
Store stuffed peppers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They’re best eaten fresh but will stay delicious in the fridge.
Freezing:
These don’t freeze well due to the fresh ingredients and texture.What to serve with
What to Serve With Cottage and Feta Cheese Stuffed Peppers?
These versatile stuffed peppers can be served in many ways:
Light Snack: Enjoy them on their own as a satisfying low-carb snack.
Appetizer: Include them as part of a charcuterie board or party platter.
Breakfast: Pair with eggs, bacon, or sausage for a hearty morning meal.
Main Course Side: Serve alongside grilled steak, chicken, or fish for a balanced meal.
Kid-friendly Lunch: Add them to lunchboxes for a protein-packed veggie snack.
These Cottage and Feta Cheese Stuffed Peppers are one of my most popular recipes for a reason—they’re simple, delicious, and so versatile. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, an easy appetizer, or a veggie-packed side dish, this recipe has you covered. Let me know if you get to try and how you like them!
Cottage Cheese And Feta Stuffed Peppers
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Ingredients
- 4 medium peppers, red or green
- 100 grams crumbled Feta cheese
- 200 grams cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped chives
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Cut the peppers lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- In a bowl combine 3.5 oz (100 grams) Feta cheese, 7 oz (200 grams) cottage cheese, 1 tbsp chopped chives (optional), 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional), 1/4 tsp salt (more or less to taste) and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
- Fill the peppers with the mixture. Top with chopped chives and parsley.
- Serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
