Green Chilies Stuffed With Frijoles

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3

Green Chilies Stuffed With Frijoles for a healthy vegetarian meal

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 whole poblano peppers
	23 ounces vegetarian refried beans or 23 ounces low fat refried beans
	4 scallions , diced
	1 cup shredded mexican cheese ( optional ) or 1 cup soy cheese ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

Green Chilies Stuffed With Frijoles are a great vegetarian option, perfect for a healthy and filling lunch or dinner. The poblano peppers not only add a lot of flavor to the dish, but they also provide a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Refried beans are a staple of many Mexican meals, but instead of using lard, we use a vegetarian or low-fat version to keep the calorie and fat count down. The dish is relatively easy to make and very filling, which makes it a great option for those looking to switch to a vegetarian diet.

Instructions

1.	Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or under the broiler until the skins are blackened and blistered. Then place the peppers in a plastic bag or in a bowl covered with a plate to steam the peppers.
2.	Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
3.	Mix the refried beans with the diced scallions.
4.	Once the peppers have cooled, peel off the blackened skins, leaving the stems intact.
5.	Slice a large slit down the side of each pepper and fill with the refried bean and scallion mixture.
6.	Top with shredded cheese, if desired.
7.	Place in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the peppers are heated through, about 10-15 minutes.

PROS

This dish is a great vegetarian option packed with protein and fiber.

The poblano peppers add a lot of flavor to the dish.

CONS

The dish may be too spicy for some people.

The cheese is optional, but adds extra calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The peppers in this dish are a great source of vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.
The refried beans are a good source of protein and fiber, important for maintaining a healthy digestive system.