Calabacines Rellenos (Stuffed Squash)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Calabacines Rellenos (Stuffed Squash) recipe with lamb and bacon filling
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 small squash ( try zucchini )
1/2 medium onion , minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lb ground lamb
3 slices bacon , diced
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic , minced
1 tablespoon water
1 tomatoes , chopped
1/4 cup plain yogurt
12 mint leaves , minced
2 ounces parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon flat leaf parsley , minced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
420
Sugar
5g
Fat
31g
Calabacines Rellenos, or Stuffed Squash, is a popular dish in Spain and Latin America. This recipe features small squash, such as zucchini, stuffed with a filling of ground lamb, bacon, and parmesan cheese. The filling is flavored with mint and cooked in a savory tomato-based sauce. This dish is a hearty and flavorful main course that is perfect for dinner any day of the week.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Cut the tops off the squash and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
3.In a large skillet, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent.
4.Add in the ground lamb and bacon, and cook until browned.
5.Season the meat with salt and pepper to taste.
6.Mix in tomato paste, sugar, garlic, and water in the skillet.
7.Add chopped tomatoes and let it simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce is thickened.
8.Stir in yogurt, mint, and parmesan cheese to the skillet.
9.Stuff the squash with the meat mixture.
10.Place the stuffed squash in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes until the squash is tender and the filling is golden brown.

PROS

Calabacines Rellenos are a delicious and flavorful way to enjoy zucchini or other small squash.

The filling of lamb and bacon provides a rich, savory flavor with a hint of mint and parmesan.

A hearty meal that is filling and satisfying.

CONS

This recipe contains bacon, lamb, and parmesan cheese, making it higher in fat and calories.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is a great source of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Lamb is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12, which is important for healthy blood cells.
Mint contains antioxidants and may help with digestive issues.
Parmesan cheese is high in calcium and protein.

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