Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini Boats: Easy and Flavorful Delight
Delicious Mediterranean stuffed zucchini boats filled with savory ingredients, perfect for a healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center.
- In a bowl, mix the quinoa, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, oregano, garlic, and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stuff the zucchini halves with the mixture.
- Place the stuffed zucchinis on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some Parmesan cheese on top.
- These stuffed zucchinis can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg