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Greek Turkey Stuffed Zucchini

Low carb, gluten free and delicious, this Greek Turkey Stuffed Zucchini recipe has it all! It's healthy, scrumptious and easy to make in just 29 minutes!

Prep Time
19 mins
Cook Time
19 mins
Total Time
29 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 243 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchinis
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup red onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup sun dried tomatoes julienne
Optional Topping
  • feta cheese crumbles

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Cut off the ends of each zucchini, then slice in half lengthwise. Use a spoon or knife to hollow out the zucchini, leaving app ¼ inch at the bottom and on the sides.
  3. Place the hollowed zucchini on a large baking sheet, lined with parchment paper, set aside.
  4. Add the olive oil to a large skillet on the stove over medium-high heat. 
  5. Once the oil is hot, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic and turkey. Cook for 6-7 minutes.
  6. Add the oregano, black pepper, salt and sun dried tomatoes and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and spoon into the zucchini. 
  7. Place in the oven and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with feta cheese crumbles (optional).

Notes

  • The nutritional information provided does not include the optional feta cheese. One serving contains two stuffed zucchinis.
  • Omit the feta cheese to make this recipe dairy free and Whole 30 compliant.

Nutrition Information

Calories 243kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 62mg (21%) Sodium 399mg (17%) Potassium 1374mg (39%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 560mg (11%) Vitamin C 42.9mg (48%) Calcium 80mg (8%) Iron 3.4mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 243

% Daily Value*

Calories 243kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 399mg 17%
Potassium 1374mg 29%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 560mg 11%
Vitamin C 42.9mg 48%
Calcium 80mg 8%
Iron 3.4mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.