Description
Savor the delightful flavors of sausage-stuffed zucchini, a dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal. These tender zucchini boats are generously filled with savory ground sausage, melted cheese, and aromatic spices, making them a hit at family dinners or gatherings. Not only is this recipe easy to prepare, but it also offers the flexibility to customize ingredients for various dietary preferences. Enjoy a colorful and nutritious dish that brings joy to every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis (6–8 inches long)
- 1 lb ground sausage (Italian or turkey)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Halve each zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the seeds, leaving a quarter-inch border.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage with chopped onion and minced garlic until browned.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; remove from heat and let cool slightly before mixing in half of the shredded cheese.
- Fill each hollowed zucchini half evenly with the sausage mixture and top with remaining cheese.
- Place stuffed zucchinis in the baking dish, cover loosely with foil, and bake for about 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini half (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg