Legumes
How many calories in Stuffed Quinoa Bell Peppers?
Colorful bell peppers stuffed with quinoa, beans, and spices, baked to perfection.
Per 100 g
120 kcal
1 pepper
240 kcal
(200 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 5 g / 100g | 20 g / 100g | 3 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 16% · Carbs 63% · Fat 21%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 1 pepper (200 g, 240 kcal) is 12% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 1 pepper takes about 59 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Stuffed Quinoa Bell Peppers is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Spiced Lentil Stew | 90 | 6.5 g |
| Lentil Vegetable Stew | 120 | 9 g |
| Stuffed Quinoa Bell Peppers | 120 | 5 g |
| Stuffed Grape Leaves | 160 | 3.5 g |
| Oven-Baked Falafel | 196 | 9 g |
| African Peanut Stew | 215 | 9 g |
Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.
Health score
8/10
Weight loss suitability
Low-calorie and nutrient-dense, ideal for healthy weight management.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I use other grains?
- Yes, you can substitute rice or farro.
- Are these peppers vegan?
- Absolutely, they're 100% plant-based.
- Do they freeze well?
- Yes, they freeze well after cooking.
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