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Feta Cheese Stuffed Zucchini


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  • Author: james-carter
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and healthy meal featuring tender zucchini filled with a zesty blend of feta, Greek yogurt, and herbs, baked to perfection.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 675 grams (3 medium) zucchinis
  • 150 grams (1 cup + 1 tbsp) crumbled feta cheese
  • 90 grams (½ cup) Greek yogurt, strained
  • 20 grams (1 medium) spring onion, chopped
  • 40 grams (½ cup) grated Gruyere cheese
  • Zest of ½ lemon
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus a little bit extra to drizzle on top)
  • â…“ teaspoon dried oregano (plus a little bit extra to sprinkle on top)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C / 390°F.
  2. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center, creating space for the filling.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, chopped spring onion, Gruyere, lemon zest, garlic powder, parsley, olive oil, and dried oregano. Stir well until fully mixed.
  4. Spoon the filling into the hollowed zucchinis, taking care to pack it in nicely.
  5. Arrange the stuffed zucchinis on a baking sheet and drizzle with a bit of extra olive oil.
  6. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender and the filling is golden brown.

Notes

Consider using full-fat Greek yogurt for a creamy filling. Secure the filling with toothpicks if it spills over.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 halves
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg