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Citrus Cilantro Zest Cheesy Stuffed Peppers with Cilantro

Name: Citrus Cilantro Zest Cheesy Stuffed Peppers with Cilantro
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Yucatecan Mexican
Ingredients: 4 green bell peppers; 1 cup shredded cheese; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1/2 onion, diced; 1 clove garlic, minced; Salt to taste; 1 tbsp oil; 1 tbsp lime zest; 1 tbsp lemon zest

A bright and zesty twist on the classic with a hint of citrus and fresh cilantro.

32 minutes4 servings

Method

Before sautéing the onion and garlic, mix in lime and lemon zest into the cheese mixture.
Cut peppers, remove seeds, and set aside.
In a pan, sauté onion and garlic, mix with cheese and cilantro.
Fill peppers with the mixture and cook in oil until golden.
Serve warm.

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