How to Make Mushroom Stuffed Zucchini - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish to add to your repertoire, look no further than this mouthwatering recipe for Mushroom Stuffed Zucchini. This dish combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the lightness of zucchini, resulting in a dish that is not only tasty but also nutritious and satisfying. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more meatless meals into your diet, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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Ingredients

  • 3 zucchini, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed dried oregano
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 3
  • Yield: 6 stuffed zucchini halves

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil, and cook the zucchini whole until they start to become tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the zucchini, and set aside to cool. Once cool, slice the zucchini in half lengthwise, and scoop out the center flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell around the entire zucchini. Chop the scooped-out zucchini flesh.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the mushrooms and sweet red pepper until tender and the mushrooms release their juice, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour and oregano, then stir in the reserved chopped zucchini flesh and Monterey Jack cheese. Heat the mixture until the cheese is melted and the filling is hot. Stuff the filling into the hollowed-out zucchini; sprinkle each with about 3/4 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Broil the zucchini until the filling is bubbling and the cheese is browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    284 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 372mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 379mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 458mg