Bell Pepper Nachos
- Prep Time: 15 min.
- Cook Time: 5 min.
- Serves: 14
Ingredients
- 2 medium green bell peppers
- 1 medium sweet red pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 2 ripe medium plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
- 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 cups cooked rice
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro or parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Cooking Directions
- Cut peppers into 1-1/2- to 2-in. squares. Cut each square in half diagonally to form two triangles; set aside. In a lightly greased skillet, cook the tomatoes, onion, chili powder and cumin over medium heat for 3 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Add rice, Monterey Jack cheese, cilantro and hot pepper sauce; stir well.
- Spoon a heaping tablespoon onto each pepper triangle. Place on greased baking sheets Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Broil 6-8 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and rice is heated through.
Yield: 14 servings
3. Still Hungry?
'Pepper pieces hold a savory cheese and rice topping in this colorful appetizer,' says Aneta Kish of La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Notes:
Editor's Note: These appetizers can be assembled ahead of time. Place on baking sheets, cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours before broiling.
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Cilantro instead of cumin?
pbagnato@sbcglobal.net - August 12, 2007 05:53:08 PM PST3 of 3 found this review helpful.
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Delicious Low-fat alternative to regular nachos!!
gostars39 - May 5, 2007 07:52:36 PM PST3 of 4 found this review helpful.
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Unoriginal (yet tasty) re-run
Catherine R - April 17, 2008 06:21:22 AM PST0 of 7 found this review helpful.
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