Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 6 to 7 globe zucchinis and/or bell peppers, sliced in half through the stem
  • 2 cups cooked wheat berries (see instructions above).
  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas (or about 1 can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained)
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 4 oz crumbled feta, which is about 2/3 cup
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 small red pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • lemon juice (optional) for drizzling over the vegetables after baking

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a baking sheet or large casserole dish.
  • Over medium heat, sautée garlic and onion with a dash of olive oil for a few minutes. Add red pepper and sautée for a few more minutes. I feel that this step brings out the flavor in those ingredients, but you could skip it if you’re short on time.
  • In the meantime, use your fingers and a big spoon to scoop out the insides of your halved globe zucchinis and/or bell peppers.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the stuffing: wheat berries, chickpeas, pesto, feta and sautéed vegetables. Add salt and pepper to taste. Resist the urge to eat the whole bowl.
  • Use a spoon to stuff your vegetables with the mixture. Mound some extra stuffing on top.
  • Bake for 22 to 30 minutes, until the sides of the vegetables yield to a gentle squeeze. I baked mine a little too long so I reduced the baking time here.
  • To brighten up the flavor, drizzle a bit of fresh lemon juice over the cooked vegetables. Serve and enjoy!