Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

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Ingredients

  • 6 zucchini, halved lengthwise
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • 1 (8-oz) pkg sliced cremini mushrooms
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 (12-oz) pkg frozen veggie crumbles 
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 (24-oz) jar roasted garlic marinara sauce 
  • 1 cup shredded Italian-blend cheese
  • ½ cup chopped pine nuts 

Instructions

  1. Preheat broiler. Place half of zucchini, cut sides down, in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish; add 1 Tbsp water. Cover with plastic wrap; microwave at HIGH 5 to 6 minutes or until fork-tender. Repeat with remaining zucchini and 1 Tbsp water.
  2. Scoop out zucchini pulp, leaving ¼-inch-thick shells. Chop pulp.
  3. Cook mushrooms in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high 6 to 8 minutes or until browned; remove from skillet.
  4. Add crumbles and onion to skillet; cook 5 to 6 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in mushrooms and sauce; cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  5. Stir in zucchini pulp. Spoon vegetable mixture into zucchini shells, and place on a large rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese and pine nuts. Broil 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and nuts are golden.

Nutritional Information

Main Total
Servings 6
Calories
355
355
Fat (g) 19 19
Sat. Fat (g) 3 3
Protein (g) 23 23
Carb (g) 26 26
Fiber (g) 8 8
Sodium (mg) 905 905

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