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Delicious Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini Boats for a Nutritious Meal

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Savory Mediterranean stuffed zucchini boats filled with quinoa, tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives for a healthy, vibrant, and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchinis
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash zucchinis and slice in half lengthwise.
  3. Scoop out seeds and some flesh to form boats.
  4. Chop reserved zucchini flesh.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Sauté red onion and garlic until fragrant.
  7. Add chopped zucchini flesh, tomatoes, and oregano.
  8. Cook until tomatoes soften.
  9. Stir in quinoa, olives, and half the feta cheese.
  10. Season with salt and pepper.
  11. Arrange zucchini boats in a baking dish.
  12. Fill with quinoa mixture.
  13. Top with remaining feta cheese.
  14. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
  15. Uncover and bake 10 minutes until golden.
  16. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook the zucchini to keep them tender yet firm. Adjust salt carefully due to feta and olives.

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