Best 5 Stuffed Zucchini With Ground Beef Recipes

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Stuffed zucchini with ground beef is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. This classic recipe combines the flavors of savory ground beef, aromatic herbs, and tender zucchini in a mouthwatering combination. With its simple yet satisfying taste, this stuffed zucchini dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve for a special occasion, this recipe provides a delightful culinary journey that's sure to please.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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Fresh out of the oven...zucchini packed full of meat, sauce and cheese makes a delicious dish!

Provided by cookkassi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound ground beef
1 large zucchini, ends trimmed
½ cup bread crumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
½ (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is browned, breaking the beef up into crumbles as it cooks, about 10 minutes. Drain off excess fat, and transfer the beef into a mixing bowl. Slice the zucchini in half the long way, and use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell all around the zucchini. Chop the scooped-out zucchini flesh, and add to mixing bowl. Stir in the bread crumbs, garlic, spaghetti sauce, black olives, and Parmesan cheese; mix the stuffing well. Lightly stuff both halves of the zucchini with the meat mixture. Place the zucchini halves into a baking dish, and cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, remove from oven, and remove the foil. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over each zucchini half. Move an oven rack to within 6 inches of the oven broiler's heat source, turn on the broiler, and broil the zucchini until the mozzarella cheese is browned and bubbling, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1112.4 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

BEEF-STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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This ground beef and zucchini recipe is a delightful summer meal. For a change of pace, substitute your favorite barbecue sauce for the marinara in this baked stuffed zucchini. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium zucchini
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup marinara or pasta sauce
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; cut a thin slice from the bottom of each with a sharp knife to allow zucchini to sit flat. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells. , Place shells in an ungreased 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, onion and zucchini pulp over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat; stir in the marinara sauce, egg, bread crumbs, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup cheese., Spoon about 1/4 cup into each shell. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Microwave 3-4 minutes longer or until a thermometer inserted into filling reads 160° and zucchini are tender. If desired, broil zucchini 3 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown. Serve with additional marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 735mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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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

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1-1/4 cups soft bread crumbs
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
4 medium zucchini
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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 CASSEROLE



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A little work, but it tastes so good. A great recipe if you are growing zucchini in your garden. Goes well with mashed potatoes.

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Zucchini Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium zucchini
1 pound ground beef
1 pound Italian sausage
1 small onion, chopped
½ cup dried bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Grease or spray a 13x9 inch baking dish.
  • Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise. With a spoon, scoop out the seeds. Chop and reserve about 3/4 of the seeds for the stuffing. In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, sausage, chopped onion, bread crumbs, egg and the reserved zucchini seeds. Place the meat mixture equally into all of the zucchini halves; mixture should be piled up over the top. Place the filled zucchini halves into the prepared baking dish.
  • In a bowl, stir together the crushed tomatoes, tomato soup, and water. Spoon the tomato mixture over the filled zucchini, liberally. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes. You may want to place foil or a cookie sheet underneath the baking dish because it tends to bubble over and splash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 79.6 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 905.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

STUFFED ZUCCHINI RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: zucchinis, ground beef, onion, rice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, cumin, cajun seasoning, garam masala, water, olive oil, Barilla Marinara sauce, lemon, honey silan, tomato paste, chili powder, black pepper, salt

Provided by Eleanor Shabtai

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

5 zucchinis
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
½ cup rice
1 cup fresh parsley, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons garam masala
1 cup water
½ cup olive oil
½ cup Barilla Marinara sauce
½ lemon
1 tablespoon honey silan
2 tablespoons tomato paste
½ tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large pot, boil 1 cup (240 ml) water with rice for 8 minutes. Then, drain the water and, in the same pot, add all of the ground beef mixture and stir well.
  • With a sharp mandolin, peel even strips of the zucchini, cover with salt for 5 minutes (to draw out moisture), then rinse.
  • Place 1 tsp ground beef mixture on each layer of zucchini, roll into a sphere, and place roll back into the pot. Repeat with remaining zucchini strips.
  • Combine sauce ingredients in a separate bowl. Then, pour half of the sauce onto the rolls and cook on the stovetop for 20 minutes on medium heat.
  • Add the remaining sauce and finish off the dish in the oven at 350°F for 20 more minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 10 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Select firm, medium-sized zucchini that are about 6-8 inches long. Avoid zucchini that are too large or too small, as they may not cook evenly.
  • Prepare the zucchini properly: Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds using a spoon. Be careful not to cut too deeply into the zucchini, or it will become too soft.
  • Use high-quality ground beef: Opt for lean ground beef with a fat content of 85% or less. This will help keep the stuffed zucchini from becoming too greasy.
  • Season the ground beef well: Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the ground beef, such as garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, and chili powder. This will add depth and complexity to the dish.
  • Don't overcook the zucchini: Zucchini cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Serve the stuffed zucchini with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Stuffed zucchini with ground beef is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover ground beef, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give stuffed zucchini with ground beef a try.

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