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Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini That's Bursting with Flavor

Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini is a vibrant dish packed with fresh ingredients and flavor, perfect for any dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 zucchini halves
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 4 medium Zucchini for filling shells
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or substitute with avocado oil
For the Filling
  • 1 medium Red Onion or substitute with yellow onion or shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh cloves recommended
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes or diced regular tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives green olives can be a substitute
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese or crumbled tofu for a vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or dried herbs can be substituted
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or dried herbs can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning as a substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin optional
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free options available
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice for flavor enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Wash and dry the zucchini, slice in half lengthwise, and scoop out the flesh.
  3. Drizzle the zucchini halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped red onion and minced garlic until soft.
  5. Add the chopped zucchini flesh to the skillet and cook until softened.
  6. Stir in quartered cherry tomatoes and chopped black olives, cooking until tomatoes soften.
  7. Remove from heat and mix in feta, oregano, cumin, parsley, basil, lemon zest, and juice.
  8. Fill the zucchini halves with the mixture and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
  9. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
  10. Cool slightly, squeeze remaining lemon juice over, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1zucchini halfCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor, and avoid burning garlic while sautéing. Leftover filling can be mixed with grains for another meal.

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