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Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Amy
Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a vibrant, wholesome dish that combines fresh flavors with satisfying textures. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, delivering a meal that’s both nourishing and indulgent.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large zucchini, or 3 medium, halved lengthwise
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup torn crusty bread, crumbled
  • ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ clove garlic, minced
  • ½ cup quartered cherry tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt, plus more for sprinkling
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Pesto, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 475°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Use a small spoon to hollow out the flesh of the zucchini, leaving a little more than ¼-inch thickness around the edges. Place them cut side up on the baking sheet.
  • Make the filling. Place the scooped-out zucchini flesh into a mesh strainer and gently press out any excess water. You should be left with 1 cup flesh. Chop any coarse pieces and transfer to a medium bowl with the egg, bread crumbs, cheese, garlic, tomatoes, lemon zest, thyme, pine nuts, and salt. Mix until combined, using your hands if necessary.
  • Drizzle the hollowed-out zucchini with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spoon in the filling and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the filling is set and is golden brown and crisp on top.
  • Serve with pesto.
Keyword healthy recipes, oven-baked meals, stuffed vegetables, vegetarian dishes, zucchini
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