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Stuffed Zucchini recipe

Stuffed Zucchini

Discover the joy of cooking with this delightful Stuffed Zucchini recipe! Bursting with flavors from fresh vegetables and savory spices, it's the perfect dish for any occasion. Enjoy the harmony of textures as you indulge in each bite, topped with melted Parmesan cheese for that extra touch of comfort.

Ratings 4.6 from 5 votes
Cooking Method ,
Cuisine ,
Courses ,
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins
Servings 4
Estimated Cost $  10
Calories 250
Best Season Summer
Dietary High-Protein
Description

Discover the joy of cooking with this delightful Stuffed Zucchini recipe! Bursting with flavors from fresh vegetables and savory spices, it's the perfect dish for any occasion. Enjoy the harmony of textures as you indulge in each bite, topped with melted Parmesan cheese for that extra touch of comfort.

Ingredients for Stuffed Zucchini
    Main Ingredients
  • 4 units medium zucchinis
  • 1 unit red onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 300 grams ground meat or shredded chicken
  • 2 units Italian tomatoes, chopped
  • 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese (Do not use pre-grated cheese)
  • to taste fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro)
  • to taste black pepper
  • to taste turmeric
Instructions
    Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Zucchinis

    Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh. Boil the zucchini halves briefly in salted water and then transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

  2. Make the Filling

    In a skillet, sauté the chopped onion and crushed garlic until fragrant. Add the ground meat (or shredded chicken) and season with black pepper and turmeric. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and reserved zucchini flesh, cooking until flavors meld.

  3. Stuff the Zucchini

    Fill the boiled zucchini halves with the prepared mixture. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and arrange them on a baking tray.

  4. Bake

    Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 30 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1195kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 75.7g117%
Saturated Fat 30.9g155%
Trans Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 247mg83%
Sodium 869.0mg37%
Potassium 3691.8mg106%
Total Carbohydrate 49.2g17%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g52%
Sugars 31.5g
Protein 82.9g166%
Vitamin A 297.22 IU
Vitamin C 185.16 mg
Calcium 833.65 mg
Iron 10.16 mg
Vitamin D 0.55 IU
Vitamin E 2.92 IU
Vitamin K 60.00 mcg
Thiamin 0.66 mg
Riboflavin 1.44 mg
Niacin 18.01 mg
Vitamin B6 2.71 mg
Folate 273.49 mcg
Vitamin B12 7.02 mcg
Phosphorus 1223.39 mg
Magnesium 255.18 mg
Zinc 17.12 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This dish is perfect for a light summer dinner or as a healthy side dish!

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