Description
These Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a delightful choice for a quick dinner. Featuring tender zucchini filled with a mix of savory ingredients, they provide a healthy and comforting meal that everyone will love. Perfect for those looking to enjoy homemade, flavorful dishes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 zucchini (6 – 7" long)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 3/4 cup bread, torn into small pieces
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp parsley flakes
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- butter
- parmesan, grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Scrub the zucchini and cut off the ends (do not peel).
- Cook the zucchini in boiling, salted water until just tender, being careful not to overcook.
- Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the centers with a spoon, putting them in a bowl. Turn the halves hollow-side down on a paper towel to drain.
- In the bowl, combine the beaten eggs, torn bread, cheddar cheese, chopped onion, parsley, and 1 1/4 tsp salt with the scooped out zucchini.
- Place the zucchini halves hollow-side up in a greased 9×13 pan and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt.
- Evenly distribute the filling into each zucchini boat, dotting with a little butter and sprinkling with Parmesan.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
Notes
Adjust the filling ingredients based on personal taste preferences.
Ensure not to overcook the zucchini during boiling to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half zucchini boat
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg