Picante Cream Cheese Zucchini

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 5

Picante Cream Cheese Zucchini: Spicy and Creamy Summer Delight

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

25 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

343

Sugar

Fat

32g

Picante Cream Cheese Zucchini is a delicious vegetarian summer dish that combines the rich and creamy flavor of cream cheese with the spiciness of poblano chiles. The dish is also topped with a tomato mixture that adds a tangy flavor to the dish, making it even more delightful. The dish is an excellent side course to any meal or can be enjoyed with any type of bread. As it is vegetarian, it is an excellent option for people eating a plant-based diet. Due to its unique creamy and spicy taste, Picante Cream Cheese Zucchini is enjoyed by everyone who loves exploring new textures and flavors in their food.

Instructions

1.	Cut off the ends of the zucchinis and cut them in half lengthwise.
2.	Scoop out some of the center gently to make a cavity for stuffing.
3.	Mix cream cheese and chicken bouillon granules together in a bowl until smooth.
4.	Stuff the zucchini halves with the cream cheese mix and set aside.
5.	Blend the tomatoes, onion, and garlic together to form a smooth mixture.
6.	Heat the cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
7.	Add the tomato mixture to the frying pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture thickens.
8.	Stuff the zucchini halves with roasted poblano chiles and tomato mixture.
9.	Cover the pan and cook over low heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the zucchinis are soft and the stuffing is hot.

PROS

The combination of cream cheese, poblano chiles, and tomato mixture gives a rich, creamy, and spicy texture to the dish.

Can be paired with any type of bread or as a side dish with main course meals.

CONS

The dish is higher in calories due to the presence of cream cheese.
Excess consumption may lead to weight gain.

May cause an allergic reaction in some due to the presence of spicy peppers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.
Zucchinis are rich in antioxidants and are known for their effect on regulating blood sugar levels.
The dish also contains fiber, which is good for digestion.

	190 g cream cheese
	1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granule
	10 zucchini , fresh-tender
	5 poblano chiles , roasted , peeled and without seeds , in strips
	3 medium fresh tomatoes
	1/2 medium onion
	2 garlic cloves , peeled
	2 tablespoons cooking oil