Description
A delicious and nutritious dish featuring zucchini stuffed with a creamy mixture of feta, cream cheese, and herbs, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized zucchinis
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- Optional: 1/2 cup diced tomatoes or bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash the zucchinis thoroughly, cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the center, leaving about a 1/4-inch border.
- Combine the feta cheese, cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, and scooped zucchini flesh in a mixing bowl.
- Spoon the cheesy mixture into each zucchini half.
- Arrange the stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes or until the zucchini is tender.
- Remove from oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving hot.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt. Feel free to grill the zucchini for a smoky flavor instead of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg