Description
Experience a burst of Mediterranean flavors with this delightful stuffed zucchini dish. Tender zucchini boats are filled with a savory blend of ground meat, feta cheese, fresh herbs, and spices, creating a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and delicious. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying as a comforting weeknight dinner, these stuffed zucchinis are sure to transport your taste buds to a sun-kissed Mediterranean paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create boats.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground meat and minced garlic; cook until browned (8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and mix in feta cheese, parsley, and basil.
- Fill each zucchini boat with the meat mixture and place in a baking dish covered with tomato sauce.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until zucchinis are tender yet firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini half (130g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg