Ingredients
– 4 medium zucchini
– 1 cup cooked quinoa
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Olive oil, for drizzling
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini is a simple process that you can follow easily. Here are the steps to guide you:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Zucchini: Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create boats. Set aside the scooped-out flesh.
3. Cook Quinoa: If you haven’t already, cook the quinoa according to the package instructions and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the red onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
5. Add Tomatoes and Zucchini Flesh: Stir in the cherry tomatoes and the scooped-out zucchini flesh. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
6. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, sautéed vegetables, feta cheese, black olives, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
7. Stuff Zucchini: Spoon the filling into the hollowed zucchini halves, packing it in gently.
8. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the stuffed zucchini in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil.
9. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the tops.
10. Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
These straightforward steps will allow you to create this incredible Mediterranean dish effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 10g