Is quinoa gluten-free?

Yes, quinoa is a gluten-free grain alternative.

Can these be made ahead of time?

Yes, they can be prepped and stored for easy reheating.

What can I serve with quinoa stuffed peppers?

A green salad or a side of roasted vegetables complement them well.

Grains

How many calories in Quinoa Stuffed Peppers?

Quinoa Stuffed Peppers are a nutritious and colorful dish filled with quinoa, vegetables, and spices. They are not only visually appealing but also packed with protein and fiber.

Per 100 g

110 kcal

1 pepper

220 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
5 g / 100g	18 g / 100g	2 g / 100g

In numbers

Where the calories come from

Protein 18% · Carbs 66% · Fat 16%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 pepper (200 g, 220 kcal) is 11% 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 54 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Compared with similar foods

Quinoa Stuffed Peppers is number 1 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers	110	5 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g

Nutrition data updated June 14, 2026.

Serving sizes

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 pepper	200 g	220 kcal
1/2 pepper	100 g	110 kcal

Health score

9/10

Frequently asked questions

Is quinoa gluten-free?: Yes, quinoa is a gluten-free grain alternative.
Can these be made ahead of time?: Yes, they can be prepped and stored for easy reheating.
What can I serve with quinoa stuffed peppers?: A green salad or a side of roasted vegetables complement them well.

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