Best 7 Seafood Stuffed Zucchini Recipes

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Seafood stuffed zucchini is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of the sea with the delicate taste of zucchini. This dish is perfect for a light and healthy meal, and it's also packed with nutrients. With its vibrant colors and delicious aroma, it is sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, seafood stuffed zucchini is sure to please.

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NAT'S SHRIMP AND VEGGIE STUFFED ZUCCHINI



Nat's Shrimp and Veggie Stuffed Zucchini image

A light meal that can be served alone or as a side dish. Great for an overgrown zucchini.

Provided by kelnat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Zucchini Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 extra large zucchini
¼ cup olive oil, divided
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
½ pound large shrimp - shelled, deveined, and cut in half
1 large tomato - peeled, seeded and diced
8 cremini mushrooms, quartered
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 leaves fresh basil, torn
ground black pepper to taste
kosher salt to taste
garlic powder to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Grease a baking sheet.
  • Cut the zucchini in half the long way, and scoop out the seeds and pulp, leaving a thick shell of flesh. Brush both halves of the zucchini with about 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and place them, cut sides down, onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake until the zucchini are hot and beginning to release beads of moisture, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the zucchini from the oven.
  • Reduce the oven heat to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat, and cook and stir the garlic and shallot until translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the shrimp, diced tomato, mushrooms, 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, basil, and the cooked garlic and shallot into a bowl, and stir to mix. Season to taste with black pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Stuff the mixture into the zucchini halves, and sprinkle each zucchini with about 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake the stuffed zucchini in the preheated oven until the cheese is browned and the filling is cooked through and hot, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 375.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

BASIL SHRIMP STUFFED ZUCCHINI



Basil Shrimp Stuffed Zucchini image

NICE way to use that wonderful garden squash and a nice way to serve it as a meal you can even make this on the grill to keep down the heat in the house during summer time!

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 zucchini, 2-3-inch diameter
2 teaspoons butter
1 tablespoon minced onion
8 ounces tomatoes, peeled seeded and chopped
1 lb small raw shrimp, peeled deviened and chop if larger than a quarter
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • preheat oven 350.
  • wash squash and trim off ends but leaving a small amount to keep the boat closed. cut in half and scoop out seeds to make look sorta like a boat.
  • saute onions in butter add tomatoes and simmer until soft.
  • in a mixing bowl combine onion mixture, shrimp, basil, salt and pepper and half of the bread crumbs.
  • fill the boats with stuffing and sprinnkle with remaining bread crumbs and drizzle with melted butter.
  • bake 15 minutes or until shrimp are pink and done.

ZUCCHINI BOATS STUFFED WITH SHRIMP



Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Shrimp image

Make and share this Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Riccardo Didlick

Categories     Vegetable

Time 38m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs young zucchini (small to medium)
1 lb shrimp, in their shells
1/2 cup toasted unflavored breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped very fine
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt
black pepper, in a grinder
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Soak the zucchini in cold water for 20 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse well under cold running water.
  • Drop the zucchini into boiling salted water.
  • The moment the water returns to a boil, drain the zucchini, removing them gently from the pot.
  • Set aside to cool completely.
  • Trim the ends off, cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, using a narrow-bladed tool, scoop out the insides, taking care not to puncture the skin.
  • Leave a wall about 1/4 inch thick Turn on the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Rinse the shrimp in cold water, shell them, and remove the dark vein from each.
  • Chop them into pieces not bigger than a large pea.
  • Put the chopped shrimp in a bowl together with 1/4 cup of the breadcrumbs, the garlic, parsley, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, salt, and grindings of pepper.
  • Separate the eggs, set aside the white, and add the yolk to the bowl.
  • Mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
  • Choose a shallow baking pan that can accommodate all the zucchini in a single layer.
  • Grease the bottom of the pan lightly with olive oil and place the zucchini on it cut side up.
  • Sprinkle them lightly with salt.
  • Beat the egg white lightly and brush the insides of the zucchini with it.
  • Stuff the zucchini with the shrimp mixture.
  • heaping them full enough, if possible, to form a slight mound.
  • Sprinkle the top of each boat with the remaining bread crumbs and pour the remaining olive oil over in a thin stream.
  • Place the boats in the uppermost level of the over for 6 to 7 minutes, until the top forms a light, pale golden crust.
  • Serve when lukewarm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.3, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 225.7, Sodium 308.9, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 29.3

SEAFOOD STUFFED ZUCCHINI RECIPE - (4/5)



SEAFOOD STUFFED ZUCCHINI Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-6498

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 zucchini about 11/2 pounds
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 can (3 1/2 oz) tuna drained and flaked, or other seafood (SHRIMP IS EXCELLENT)
1/2 tsp salt
3 tbsp melted butter or margarine
1/8 tsp pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh onion

Steps:

  • Parboil zucchini in boiling water five minutes. Drain, cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp leaving a 1/4 inch shell. Chop pulp and saute with onion and celery in butter until tender. Mix in bread crumbs, tuna, salt, lemon juice and pepper. Place zucchini shells on greased baking sheet. Fill shells with seafood mixture. Bake in 375 F oven for 25 minutes. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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While any medium sized ripe zucchinis will do, use garden fresh ones if you have them. The tender sweet flesh of the zucchinis paired with the spiced meat and cool yogurt sauce will make you forget that this dish is less than 500 calories per serving!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 zucchinis (about 2 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise and seeds scooped out
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 onion, diced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 pound ground turkey
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup packed fresh dill, torn

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚ F. Drizzle a rimmed baking sheet with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season the zucchini halves with salt and pepper. Add to the baking sheet and turn to coat with the oil. Arrange the zucchini cut-side down in a single layer. Roast until crisp-tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the cumin and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook 30 seconds. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and chicken broth until combined. Cook until the broth is reduced to a thick sauce, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn the zucchini boats cut-side up and fill with the turkey mixture, packing it in. Sprinkle with the cheese and roast until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the yogurt and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the zucchini boats with the yogurt mixture and top with the dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 110 milligrams, Sodium 864 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 12 grams

BEEF STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



Beef Stuffed Zucchini Boats image

If you're looking for yet another way to serve zucchini, try this flavorful entree from Michael Weaver of Norman, Oklahoma. "I received this recipe from a friend at work," he writes. "His wife fixes it for him, and he says it's his favorite. It's great when you have extra squash and don't know what to do with it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium zucchini
1/2 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
4 ounces pepper Jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise; cut a thin slice off the bottoms so they sit flat. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells. Place zucchini shells in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. , In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in water and soy sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. , Fill each zucchini shell with 2 tablespoons meat mixture. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; microwave 1-2 minutes longer or until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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This savory side dish from Billie Moss of El Sobrante, California is reason enough to give zucchini extra space in your garden. "I like to serve these veggie-stuffed boats with a loaf of homemade bread and slices of melon and avocado nestled on crisp lettuce leaves," she suggests. "They're also wonderful paired with any meat."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium zucchini
1 large egg
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
3/4 cups dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Trim ends of zucchini; place in a steamer basket. In a saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil; add basket. Cover and steam for 5 minutes. When zucchini is cool enough to handle, cut in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Set pulp aside., In a bowl, beat the egg; add spinach, bread crumbs, tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, salt, pepper and zucchini pulp. Spoon into zucchini shells., Place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. Top each with tomatoes and Swiss cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Look for medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Prepare the zucchini properly: Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. You can use a spoon or a melon baller for this.
  • Don't overcook the zucchini: Zucchini cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become mushy.
  • Use fresh, high-quality seafood: The type of seafood you use will greatly affect the flavor of the dish. Choose fresh, high-quality seafood that is free of any fishy smell.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different fillings: There are endless possibilities when it comes to fillings for stuffed zucchini. Get creative and try different combinations of seafood, vegetables, and herbs.

Conclusion:

Seafood stuffed zucchini is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and seafood. Plus, it is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give seafood stuffed zucchini a try.

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