Costa Rican Zapallitos Rellenos (Stuffed Zucchini)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2

Costa Rican Zapallitos Rellenos - Stuffed Zucchini

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

168

Sugar

Fat

11g

Costa Rican Zapallitos Rellenos, or Stuffed Zucchini, is a delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for any day of the week. In this recipe, zucchinis are stuffed with a mixture of hard-boiled egg, cheese, milk, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs, then baked to perfection. This dish is low in carbs and high in protein, making it a filling and nutritious meal that you can enjoy any time of the day. Plus, it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and important nutrients.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	Slice off the top of each zucchini and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
3.	In a bowl, mix together the hard-boiled egg, cheese, milk, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs to form a stuffing.
4.	Stuff the zucchini with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
5.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the filling is golden brown.

PROS

This dish is a great option for a low-carb meal that’s packed with flavor.

Stuffed zucchini can be a versatile recipe that is perfect for using up leftovers or creating a vegetarian meal packed with important nutrients.

CONS

It’s possible that this dish may not be as exciting for those who prefer meat-centric recipes.

It could be time-consuming to core the zucchinis to prepare for stuffing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is a healthy vegetable that is filled with fiber, vitamins A and C, and a host of other essential nutrients.
The hard-boiled egg and cheese provide protein and calcium, respectively, to keep you feeling full and support strong bones.

	4 zucchini
	1 hard-boiled egg , finely chopped
	1/4 cup cheese ( Jack , mozzarello or your choice )
	1/4 cup milk
	1/4 cup parmesan cheese , grated
	salt & pepper
	1/4 cup whole wheat fesh breadcrumbs