Cottage Cheese Stuffed Peppers

March 15, 2025

By Millie Pham

These cottage cheese stuffed peppers are creamy, cheesy, and packed with protein! The cottage cheese makes the filling super rich and flavorful, while the bell peppers stay tender and juicy. It’s an easy, wholesome meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Let’s get cooking!

What You’ll Need

Ingredients:

4 bell peppers (any color, halved and seeds removed)
1 cup cottage cheese (small curd)
½ cup shredded mozzarella (or cheddar)
¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Pro Tips

⭐ Pick firm bell peppers so they hold their shape while baking.
⭐ Drain the cottage cheese if it’s too watery to keep the filling creamy, not runny.
⭐ Roast the peppers first for a softer texture before adding the filling.
⭐ Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños.

Tools You’ll Need

Baking dish
Mixing bowl
Spoon or spatula
Knife & cutting board
Measuring cups & spoons

Substitutions & Variations

✔️ No Cottage Cheese? Swap with ricotta or Greek yogurt.
✔️ Make it Vegan? Use plant-based cottage cheese and dairy-free cheese.
✔️ Add Protein? Mix in cooked ground turkey or shredded chicken.
✔️ Low-Carb? Swap quinoa/rice for riced cauliflower.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Stuffed Peppers

1. Prep the Bell Peppers

Cut the bell peppers in half, remove the seeds, and brush with olive oil.

halved bell peppers on a cutting board, seeds removed and interiors brushed lightly with olive oil

2. Pre-Bake the Peppers

Place the peppers in a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes to soften.

bell pepper halves arranged in a baking dish, slightly softened after pre-baking.

3. Mix the Filling

In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, cooked quinoa, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

a mixing bowl with creamy cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and cooked quinoa being stirred together.

4. Stuff the Peppers

Spoon the cottage cheese mixture evenly into the pre-baked bell peppers.

a spoon scooping the cheesy cottage cheese filling into pre-baked bell peppers, filling them generously.

5. Bake Until Golden

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, until the tops are golden and bubbly.

stuffed peppers in a baking dish, cheese bubbling on top with lightly golden edges.

6. Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm!

Leftovers & Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Enjoy!

These cottage cheese stuffed peppers are creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor! Let me know if you try them—drop a comment below! 😊🫑✨