Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Bell Peppers

large bell peppers, de-seeded; tops cut and chopped for the filling; the peppers cut in half lengthwise to hold the filling

cooked quinoa

canned black beans, drained and rinsed

pasta sauce (I used roasted garlic flavour)

cilantro, coarsely chopped, plus more for topping

cheddar cheese, plus more for topping

Salt and pepper

Optional: sour cream or Greek yogurt as topping