Stuffed Zucchini
- SERVES
- 6
- COOK TIME
- 1 Hr
Can't figure out how to get the gang to eat their veggies? Let 'em get a taste of this Stuffed Zucchini recipe and you'll never have a problem again! Our stuffed zucchini are loaded with cheesy and flavorful goodness!
What You'll Need
- 3 medium-sized zucchini, sliced in half lengthwise
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 (4-ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 plum tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup Italian-flavored bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
What to Do
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. With a spoon, scoop meat out of zucchini halves; set aside shells and chop zucchini meat finely.
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In a medium-sized skillet, heat oil over medium heat and saute chopped zucchini, mushrooms, onion, and tomatoes 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender. Stir in bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
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Stuff zucchini shells evenly with vegetable mixture and place in a 9- x 13-inch baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.
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Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake 35 minutes. Remove foil and top evenly with mozzarella cheese.
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Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until zucchini are tender and cheese is golden.
Notes
Can't get enough zucchini in the summertime? Check out our collection of Garden-Fresh Zucchini Recipes!