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Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

A delicious vegetarian dish bursting with flavor, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Vegetarian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchini (about 8–10 inches long)
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled (use Greek feta for the most authentic flavor)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted and chopped
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin (optional, for a slightly smoky flavor)
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 whole lemon zested and juiced
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
  • extra virgin olive oil for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Wash the zucchini thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean towel.
  • Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of flesh around the edges.
  • Set the scooped flesh aside.
  • Place the hollowed zucchini halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Drizzle them lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat; add the chopped red onion and minced garlic.
  • Sauté for about 3–4 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
  • Chop the reserved zucchini flesh and add it to the skillet.
  • Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
  • Add the quartered cherry tomatoes and chopped olives; cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese, dried oregano, and ground cumin.
  • Fill each zucchini half with the mixture, pressing down slightly.
  • If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the top is golden brown.
  • Squeeze lemon juice over the top before serving.

Notes

A simple yet delicious vegetarian dish bursting with flavor.
Keyword Mediterranean, Stuffed Zucchini, Vegetarian Dish, Zucchini