Peggy Brown
@browndiva
Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Deliciously baked zucchini boats filled with a savory mixture of bread crumbs, cheese, and herbs, perfect for a healthy meal or side dish.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:9
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time50 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds, halved
- 1 1/2 cups
- 2 ounces
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 1/4 teaspoons
- 2, beaten
- 1/4 cup, divided
- 2 tablespoons, diced
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a spacious pot, bring salted water to a vigorous boil.
Step 3
Introduce the halved zucchini and let them simmer until they reach a tender state, which should take about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Once cooked, drain the zucchini and allow them to cool just enough to handle.
Step 5
Gently scoop out the flesh from the zucchini halves, creating a delightful boat shape while leaving a small border intact.
Step 6
In a medium mixing bowl, blend the scooped zucchini flesh with bread crumbs, Cheddar cheese, minced onion, chopped parsley, salt, beaten eggs, and most of the grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 7
Stir until everything is harmoniously combined.
Step 8
Generously fill the zucchini boats with this savory mixture, pressing down lightly to ensure a snug fit.
Step 9
Top each boat with small dots of diced butter and a sprinkle of the remaining Parmesan cheese for that extra touch of flavor.
Step 10
Arrange the stuffed zucchini boats in a baking dish and slide them into your preheated oven.
Step 11
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the tops turn a beautiful golden brown and the zucchini is perfectly tender.
Step 12
Enjoy this deliciously satisfying dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table!.