Cheesy Zucchini Boats with Red Pepper Sails: A Flavorful Weeknight Delight! 🚤🧀🌶️

Zucchini Boats With Red Pepper Recipe

Description:

Discover a captivating way to present zucchini with this delightful recipe for Zucchini Boats With Red Pepper. Perfect for any night of the week, this dish offers a symphony of flavors and textures that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories per serving: 313.4
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Ingredients:

• 2 zucchinis
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/16 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/16 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup small curd cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
• 2 tablespoons wheat germ
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 sweet red pepper (for garnish)
• Grated parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Zucchini Boats:

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   • Slice the zucchinis in half lengthways and scoop out the pulp, leaving a 1/4 inch thick shell.
   • Chop the zucchini pulp and set aside.

2. Prepare Filling:

   • Heat the canola oil and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped almonds, dried basil, and dried rosemary to the pan.
   • Sauté for about 5 to 6 minutes or until the mixture is softened.
   • Add the chopped zucchini pulp to the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

3. Prepare Filling Mixture:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, cooked brown rice, wheat germ, and soy sauce.
   • Add the cooked zucchini mixture to the bowl and mix well to combine.

4. Assemble Zucchini Boats:

   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Lightly grease a 9″ x 13″ oven-proof casserole dish.
   • Arrange the zucchini shells in the dish.
   • Spoon the filling mixture evenly into each zucchini shell.

5. Bake:

   • Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of grated cheddar cheese over each filled zucchini boat.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until the filling is golden on top and the zucchini is tender.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • While the zucchini boats are baking, prepare the sweet red pepper sails.
   • Cut the sweet red pepper into triangular shapes and insert them onto wooden toothpicks to resemble sails.
   • Once the zucchini boats are done, place the pepper sails on each boat for a decorative touch.
   • Optionally, sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese over each boat before serving.
   • Serve immediately and enjoy the flavorful and nutritious zucchini boats with red pepper!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 313.4
• Total Fat: 16.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 73.5mg
• Sodium: 529.2mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.5g
  • Sugar: 6.3g
• Protein: 15g

Keywords:

Cheese, Vegetable, Weeknight, < 4 Hours

Tips:

• Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients such as diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
• For a vegan version, substitute the eggs and cheese with plant-based alternatives.
• Make sure to not overcook the zucchini boats to maintain their firmness and texture.
• Serve alongside a fresh salad or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors and textures with these Zucchini Boats With Red Pepper, a wholesome and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion!