Yemista (or Gemista) a Delicious Stuffed Pepper Recipe
This is a beloved Greek classic recipe of stuffed tomatoes and/or sweet peppers, filled with a savory mix of rice, fresh herbs, and vegetables.
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Ingredients
- 6 Tomatoes large
- 6 Bell peppers (a mix of colors adds vibrancy)
- 1 Cup Long grain rice
- 1 Onion large, finely chopped
- 2 Cloves Garlic minced
- 0.5 Cup Fresh parsley chopped
- 0.25 Cup Fresh mint chopped
- 0.5 Cup Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Cup Tomato puree
- 1 Cup Vegetable broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Remove the tops from the tomatoes and peppers, and hollow out the interiors, creating a shell. Save the tomato pulp.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix rice, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, mint, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well in a bowl.
- Stuff the Vegetables: Stuff each tomato and pepper with the rice mixture, leaving space at the top for the rice to expand.
- Prepare the Tomato Sauce: Blend the saved tomato pulp with tomato puree. Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the stuffed vegetables in a baking dish. Pour the tomato sauce over them and add vegetable broth to the dish.
- Bake: Place aluminum foil over the baking dish and preheat the oven to 375°F (roughly 190°C). Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the vegetables reach a tender consistency.
- Serve: Serve the Yemista warm, drizzled with olive oil. Optionally, garnish with additional fresh herbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 9gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 542mgPotassium: 1265mgFiber: 9gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 8403IUVitamin C: 274mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 4mg
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