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Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

Delicious Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini for a Healthy Feast

Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini are a nutritious and flavorful dish that brings a taste of the Mediterranean coast to your table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 zucchini boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Filling
  • 4 whole Zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 whole Red Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes quartered
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives quartered
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 whole Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs optional, gluten-free if desired

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and dry the zucchinis thoroughly. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh.
  3. Drizzle the hollowed zucchini halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange them cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped red onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
  5. Add the reserved zucchini flesh to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Mix in quartered cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, salt, and pepper. Cook until the tomatoes begin to soften.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in crumbled feta, oregano, cumin, parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  8. Fill each zucchini half with the mixture, adding breadcrumbs if desired.
  9. Drizzle filled zucchini with olive oil and bake for 25–30 minutes until tender and tops are golden brown.
  10. Allow to cool slightly, then drizzle with additional lemon juice and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1zucchini boatCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze before baking for up to 3 months.

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