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Baked Stuffed Zucchini

Baked Stuffed Zucchini: A Savory Mediterranean Delight

Baked Stuffed Zucchini offers a delightful Mediterranean dish that's healthy, customizable, and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 zucchini halves
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 4 medium Zucchinis Choose firm zucchinis with bright green skin
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds rich flavor and prevents sticking
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped for natural sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for enhanced flavor
  • 1 cup Zucchini Flesh Reserved from hollowing out the zucchinis
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Offers creaminess and stretch
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Introduces a sharp note
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Essential for texture
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil/Parsley Brightens flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adds acidity for balance
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Cut off the stems of each zucchini and slice them in half lengthwise.
  3. Carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch border for the shell.
  4. Chop the reserved zucchini flesh into small pieces.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic for about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add chopped zucchini flesh to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in mozzarella, parmesan, fresh herbs, and breadcrumbs.
  8. Stuff each zucchini shell with the prepared filling.
  9. Place the stuffed zucchini halves in a baking dish and add extra cheese on top if desired.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are caramelized and filling is bubbly.
  11. Remove from oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1zucchini halfCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your fillings with different cheeses or vegetables. These zucchini are great for leftovers.

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