Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini Recipe
This Mediterranean stuffed zucchini recipe offers a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean. The zucchini is hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of quinoa, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese, making it a perfect dish for a light lunch or dinner.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (about ⅓ cup uncooked)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup Kalamata olives pitted and chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Notes
You can customize the filling by adding other vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.
For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or substitute it with a dairy-free alternative.