Vegetable Stuffed Zucchini Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelMediumHealth IndexAverage
Servings4Course
MethodVegetarian
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Zucchini4 Medium, pounded
 Tomato3/4 Cup (16 tbs), finley chopped
 Green pepper1/3 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Onion1/4 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Salt1/4 Teaspoon
 Dried basil1/4 Teaspoon
 Dried oregano1/4 Teaspoon
 Cheddar Cheese1/3 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

1. Place zucchini in a large saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and let cool.
2. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Chop pulp; reserve shells.
3. Combine zucchini pulp, tomato, and next 5 ingredients; stir well. Spoon into zucchini shells. Place shells in a 13- x 9- x 2-inch baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 additional minutes or until cheese melts.
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