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Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

A twist on jalapeno poppers that are vegetarian and delicious!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: vegetarian jalapeno poppers
Servings: 10 pieces
Calories: 30kcal
Author: Anne
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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Roasted red pepper chopped
  • 5 jalapeno peppers
  • 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons goat cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon [smoked paprika]
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • 1 green onions sliced Optional for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients

  • Pre-Heat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat
  • Prepare the peppers; by slicing them in half lenghtwise
  • Use a spoon or pairing knife to cut and scoop out the seeds and the membrane.
  • Chop the roasted peppers and set them aside in a small bowl.
  • Shred the cheddar cheese and measure the goat cheese; set them aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, goat cheese or cottage cheese and chopped red peppers.
  • Use a small spoon or offset spatula to spread the stuffing into the pepper halves.
  • Sprinkle the stuffed peppers with shredded cheddar cheese
  • Place the stuffed jalapenos on the grill and reduce the heat to medium heat and cook them until they begin to soften and the cheese melts 15 to 20 minutes.

Notes

Store leftover jalapeno poppers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in a airtight container.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1half pepper | Calories: 30kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 182IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used

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