Greek Meatless Stuffed Zucchini

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 5
Greek Meatless Stuffed Zucchini
in Vegetarian

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 small zucchini
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 cups chopped celery
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup brown rice
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 cup chopped parsley
3 eggs , separated
3 lemons
1 teaspoon salt
pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
9
Calories
139
Sugar
5g
Fat
7g
Greek meatless stuffed zucchini is an affordable and healthy way to introduce your taste buds to Mediterranean flavors. With its high fiber and low-fat content, this dish is great for anyone who is looking for a healthy and protein-rich vegetarian meal. As a traditional Greek dish, its simplicity of flavors stands out in the Mediterranean cuisine. The bright and citrusy filling gives this dish a fresh twist and packs it full of zesty flavor. The dish is versatile enough to be a great addition to any menu, from a casual Sunday lunch to a formal dinner party.

Instructions

1.1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.2.Wash zucchinis and cut off the top.
3.3.Using a sharp scoop or knife, scoop out most of the flesh from zucchinis, being careful not to break the skin.
4.4.Chop the zucchini flesh and set aside, remove and discard the seeds.
5.5.In a small saucepan, bring the brown rice and 1 cup of boiling water to a boil, stir, put the lid on, reduce the heat, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
6.6.Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions, and celery until they are soft and translucent.
7.7.Add the chopped zucchini flesh and stir for a minute.
8.8.Remove from heat and add the cooked rice, breadcrumbs, parsley, 3 egg yolks, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
9.9.Whisk the 3 egg whites until fluffy and fold in the egg-yolk mixture.
10.Stuff the mixture generously into the hollowed-out zucchinis.
11.11.Place the stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
12.12.Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve with a sprinkle of parsley on top.

PROS

Greek Meatless Stuffed Zucchinis is packed full of healthy and nutritious ingredients.

This recipe is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin B6.

CONS

Watch out for the sodium levels, as one stuffed zucchini contains 389 mg of sodium.

If you’re watching your salt intake, consider omitting the added salt in the recipe and reducing the amount of breadcrumbs used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is an ideal vegetable-rich meal that fits perfectly into a balanced diet, as it’s nutritious and low in calories.
The vitamins and minerals in this dish also help to boost your immune system, improve bowel regularity, reduce the risk of chronic disease, and improve heart health.

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