This variation of stuffed peppers is based on the Turkish food zeytinyağlı dolma (stuffed peppers with olive oil). It is a good source of many vitamins, including Vitamin C, Folate, and Vitamin K, as well as the minerals iron, magnesium, manganese, and potassium. To cut back on sugar and carbohydrates, prepare this recipe without the currants or raisins.

When I first tasted quinoa, I didn’t really like the nutty flavor. Determined to like this super-food, I tried a variety of different recipes and finally found a combination of flavors that both my husband and I liked.