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Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a delightful blend of quinoa, fresh veggies, and melted cheese in a nutritious dish.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: healthy dinner, quinoa recipes, Stuffed Zucchini Boats, vegetarian, zucchini recipes
Servings: 4 boats
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pan
  • Spoon

Ingredients

For the Zucchini

  • 4 medium zucchinis for scooping and stuffing

For the Filling

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa adds nutrition and flavor
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes adds freshness
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions sautéed
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese for topping

For the Seasoning

  • 2 cloves minced garlic for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano for seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides.
  • Sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic in a pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  • Combine diced tomatoes, cooked quinoa, dried oregano, salt, and pepper with the sautéed mixture.
  • Stuff the zucchini halves generously with the filling.
  • Top each filled zucchini with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.

Notes

Feel free to add additional ingredients or toppings as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boat | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg
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