If you're seeking a flavorful and healthy dish, then stuffed zucchini "just like Martha" should be at the top of your list! Crafted from the freshest zucchini, these hearty and versatile creations are sure to satisfy any palate. Whether you prefer a hearty vegetarian option or a flavorful meat-based filling, you'll find an array of enticing recipes that cater to your dietary preferences. Let's delve into the world of stuffed zucchini and discover the magical combination of flavors and textures that await.
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STUFFED YOUNG ZUCCHINI
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Halve 4 of the small zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and soft center flesh with a spoon to produce a set of shallow shells to hold the stuffing. Reserve the center flesh. Arrange the small hulls in a baking dish. Drizzle with a little extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Chop the reserved zucchini flesh and set aside.
- Heat the remaining extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and saute the mushrooms, onions and garlic for 5 minutes. Add in the reserved zucchini and tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, to taste and heat through for 1 minute, then remove from the heat.
- While the veggies cook, toast the bread in a toaster, then spread liberally with butter and tear into pieces. Add the bread to a food processor along with the parsley and tarragon or basil, and pulse into herb crumbs.
- Fold the herb crumbs into the veggies along with 1/2 cup Parmesan and the egg. Mound the zucchini stuffing in to the shells and roast for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle the tops with remaining cheese and broil for 2 to 3 minutes to brown.
HERB-STUFFED ZUCCHINI
Steps:
- Split 2 medium zucchini and scoop out the seeds; season with salt. Combine 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 chopped tomato, 1/4 cup mixed chopped parsley and dill, 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Spoon into the zucchini; drizzle with olive oil. Bake at 425 degrees F, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 313 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 3 grams
STUFFED ZUCCHINI
An abundance of squash from my garden inspired me to make up this stuffed zucchini recipe, which is now a favorite. -Marjorie Roberts, West Chazy, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine first 11 ingredients and 1 can of the tomato sauce; mix well. Stir in tomatoes. Halve zucchini lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Fill with meat mixture; place in two 13x9-in. baking dishes. Spoon remaining tomato sauce over each. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° until the zucchini is tender, about 45 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese during the last few minutes of baking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 831mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
STUFFED ZUCCHINI
This is good served with French bread and a salad.
Provided by LTHASKINS
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Zucchini Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Trim stems from zucchini and slice lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and put in a bowl. Mix seeds with sausage, garlic, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Stuff squash with sausage mixture and place in a 9x13 inch baking pan. Pour spaghetti sauce over the top and cover the pan with foil.
- Bake in preheated oven until sausage is browned and cooked through, about 45 minutes. Remove foil and cover with mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven and cook until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 878.4 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 58.4 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 21.5 g, Sodium 2118 mg, Sugar 24.2 g
SAUSAGE-STUFFED ZUCCHINI
These can be assembled a day ahead and refrigerated. Remove them from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drizzle a large baking dish with oil. Scrape seeds and soft flesh from zucchini and reserve 1/2 cup. Place zucchini, cut sides up, in baking dish.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add sausage and onion. Cook, breaking up sausage, until sausage is browned and onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and reserved zucchini; cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in remaining ingredients. Divide mixture among zucchini. Bake until filling is firm and each zucchini is tender and wrinkled around edges, 35 to 40 minutes. Garnish with Parmesan shavings.
STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS
Serve these feta-and-vegetable boats with our Greek-style dinner of Roasted Lamb with Garlic and Oregano and White Bean Salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Using a tablespoon, scoop out zucchini centers to form "canoes," leaving a 1/4-inch border. Roughly chop centers; set aside.
- Arrange zucchini, cut sides down, on a rimmed baking sheet; bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Add onion and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring, until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add chopped zucchini, and cook, stirring, until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Fold in feta and tomatoes.
- Turn hollowed-out zucchini cut sides up, fill with vegetable-feta mixture, and bake until top is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Lift zucchini from baking sheet with a wide spatula, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 5 g
EASY STUFFED ZUCCHINI
I love this recipe - it's so great - even my 8 month old son ate this! I just peeled some of the skin off the zucchini and he loved it all - even the filling! Very yummy. You can use any cheese for the top - I use what I have on hand - you can easily cut this recipe in half - I have - enjoy!
Provided by wild_flower98
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Slice zucchini in half - lengthwise.
- Scoop out the seeded centre and discard.
- Scoop out more of the centre of the zucchini and place aside in a bowl.
- Place shells cut side down in a lightly oiled shallow baking dish. Add some water. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F until tender (depending on size 15 min).
- Place onions, garlic and sausage meat in frying pan until cooked.
- Add scooped out centre of zucchini (chopped), sauce, seasonings.
- Simmer about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in bread crumbs.
- Take zucchini - drain water and fill with sausage mix.
- Sprinkle with cheese - broil until cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482, Fat 34.1, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 1331.3, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 7.5, Protein 23.7
STUFFED ZUCCHINI JUST LIKE MARTHA
This is from Everyday Food. I made it and we just loved it. It's simple, made with ingredients I usually have on hand and delicious. Great way to use up the bounty of zucchini everyone seems to have in the summer.
Provided by riffraff
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 475°F.
- Using a spoon, scoop out the centers of the zucchini to form boats leaving 1/4 inch shell.
- Roughly chop the center and set aside.
- Arrange zucchini boats on a foil lined baking sheet, cut side down.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven.
- While the boats are cooking heat oil in a medium skillet over moderate heat.
- Add onion and 1/8 teaspoon of pepper, cook, stirring until soft.
- Add chopped zucchini and cook.
- Stir it around until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Stir in tomato and feta.
- Turn over zucchini boats and fill with the veggie/feta mixture.
- Bake until top is brown, about 20 minutes.
- You will have to remove with a large spatula.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.1, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 323.1, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 5.5
Tips:
- Choose the right zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini with firm, smooth skin. Avoid any that are too large or have blemishes.
- Cook the zucchini properly. Zucchini should be cooked until it is tender but still slightly firm. Overcooking will make it mushy.
- Use a variety of fillings. Stuffed zucchini can be filled with a variety of ingredients, such as rice, meat, vegetables, and cheese. Get creative and experiment with different flavors.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many ways to make stuffed zucchini. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and cooking methods until you find a recipe that you love.
Conclusion:
Stuffed zucchini is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With so many different ways to make it, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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