Halloween Healthy Snacks: Stuffed Pepper Jack-o’-lanterns

By Carolina Gonzalez | October 21, 2025 | | 2 min |

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Stuffed Pepper Jack-o’-lanterns

These Stuffed Pepper Jack-o'-lanterns are a vibrant and wholesome centerpiece for any Halloween table. Hollowed bell peppers are carved with classic jack-o'-lantern faces, roasted until tender, and filled with a savory rice and vegetable stuffing for a meal that's as nutritious as it is festive.

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Servings 8

Ingredients

8 Medium-colored bell peppers a mix of orange, yellow, and red works best
1 Red bell pepper
400 grams Long-grain rice
1 Onion
1 Handful of raisins
1 Splash of soy sauce
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
Black olives for decoration

Instructions

Create the Jack-o'-lanterns:

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit).
Wash and dry the colored bell peppers.
Carefully cut off the top with the stem to use as a lid. Remove the seeds and white ribs.
Using a small, sharp paring knife, carefully carve spooky faces into each pepper—try triangles for eyes and a jagged mouth for a classic look.

Roast the Peppers

Place the carved peppers on a baking tray. Drizzle them with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Roast in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until they are slightly softened but still hold their shape.

Cook the Rice

Rinse the rice. In a pot with a little oil, sauté the rice for a minute, then add water and salt.
Cook according to package instructions, usually for 15-18 minutes.

Prepare the Filling:

While the rice cooks, finely chop the onion and the remaining red bell pepper.
Sauté them in a large frying pan with a little olive oil until softened.

Combine Filling:

Add the cooked rice, raisins, and a splash of soy sauce to the pan. Mix everything well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Assemble the Monsters:

Carefully fill the roasted pepper "jack-o'-lanterns" with the rice mixture.
Use slices of black olive to create pupils for the eyes or add other creepy details to the faces.