Stuffed Zucchini

SERVES: 6

COOK TIME: 1 Hr

Can't figure out how to get the gang to eat their veggies? Let 'em get a taste of this Stuffed Zucchini recipe and you'll never have a problem again! Our stuffed zucchini are loaded with cheesy and flavorful goodness!

What You'll Need

3 medium-sized zucchini, sliced in half lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (4-ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 plum tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup Italian-flavored bread crumbs
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese

What to Do

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. With a spoon, scoop meat out of zucchini halves; set aside shells and chop zucchini meat finely.
In a medium-sized skillet, heat oil over medium heat and saute chopped zucchini, mushrooms, onion, and tomatoes 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender. Stir in bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
Stuff zucchini shells evenly with vegetable mixture and place in a 9- x 13-inch baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.
Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake 35 minutes. Remove foil and top evenly with mozzarella cheese.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until zucchini are tender and cheese is golden.

Notes

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Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Calories 123
Calories from Fat 70
Total Fat 7.8g 12 %
Saturated Fat 2.4g 12 %
Trans Fat 0.0g 0 %
Protein 4.9g 10 %

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Cholesterol 9.2mg 3 %
Sodium 423mg 18 %
Total Carbohydrates 9.6g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9 %
Sugars 4.3g 0 %

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sandymoore71064 63 18564

Jul 07, 2015

loved it! I am going to make it for company this weekend!

Ladybug627

May 15, 2015

I pre-cook 1 of ground turkey in the micro (meat in a colander over larger container, 7 minutes/pound) and let that cool while I'm assembling the rest of the zucchini boats. Makes a complete meal. There's more filling than the zucchini halves can hold, so I jus put the extra filling alongside the boats and those who want more can help themselves. Makes a complete meal in 1 pan. Whatever is left over can be used as a lunch for someone who works. YUM!

BeckySue

Aug 12, 2016

Ladybug, that's a good idea, but does the loose stuffing hold together on the side of the zucchini boats? I'm trying to think of another way. Maybe put the extra in mini muffin tins after forming a ball with it? That's funnty-"...for someone who works"! We all work don't we, whether it's inside the home or out? I know that I work all morning sometimes just to prepare a great dinner!

Member 8897126

Feb 03, 2015

I like to fill zucchini boats with pizza toppings (crumbled sausage, pepperoni, onions, mushroom, etc.) mixed with pizza sauce, top with cheese, and bake. All of the flavor of pizza without the added calories from the crust.

grandmamo

Jul 28, 2014

I made this a couple nights ago and it very good and quite easy to put together. I served it with Italian flavored pork chops and my husband rated it a 9 out of 10. I've only gotten one 10 before so it's definitely a keeper.

Prettypgy 1557429

Jul 21, 2014

I make this often....I also add mild hot sausage and shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the mix, with fresh mushrooms...also use sharp cheddar on top. Yumm!