Bulgur-Stuffed Round Zucchini

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Healthy and satisfying Bulgur-Stuffed Round Zucchini recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
8 zucchini
salt
pepper
1 cup bulgur
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 onions
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 ounces goat cheese
1/4 cup mint

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
203
Sugar
3g
Fat
9g
Bulgur-Stuffed Round Zucchini is a delicious vegetarian recipe that is perfect for a hearty and healthy dinner. The soft, tender zucchini infused with spices and stuffed with bulgur is a savory and satisfying meal. The pine nuts add a delightful crunch to the dish and the goat cheese brings in a creamy richness. This recipe is a great way to enjoy fresh zucchini in season and is a clever way to turn this versatile vegetable into a meal in itself.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Cut the tops off each zucchini and use a spoon to carefully scoop out the insides, leaving a small border around the edge. Season the inside with salt and pepper.
3.In a pot, bring two cups of water to a boil and add in the bulgur. Simmer for 15 minutes or until tender.
4.In a pan, toast the pine nuts for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and set aside.
5.Finely chop the onions and sauté them in a pan with oil over medium heat for 5-6 minutes. Add the cinnamon, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste.
6.When the bulgur is done, mix it with the cooked onion mixture and the pine nuts. Stuff the mixture into the zucchini.
7.Place the zucchini into a baking dish and top with crumbled goat cheese.
8.Bake for 20-25 minutes until tender. Garnish with mint leaves and serve hot.

PROS

This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free.

The bulgur adds a nutty flavor and satisfying texture to the dish.

Zucchini is low in calories and high in nutrition.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming to prepare.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of bulgur.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a great source of dietary fiber, protein, and vitamins C and B6.
The high fiber content of bulgur aids in digestion and helps to regulate blood sugar levels.
Zucchini contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that support immune function and promote heart health.

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