Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Tomato and Feta
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Servings
6 zucchini boats
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Calories
512 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Tomato and Feta
Description
This recipe starts by grilling zucchini halves seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano until both sides are tender and lightly charred. The flesh is then scooped out carefully, drained of excess moisture to avoid sogginess, and mixed with halved cherry tomatoes, chopped green onions, crumbled feta, fresh mint, parsley, lemon zest, and a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
The flavorful filling is returned to the zucchini shells, making individual boats that showcase the balance of charred zucchini with the fresh and tangy topping. This approach offers a pleasing texture contrast and a vibrant combination of Mediterranean flavors.
These zucchini boats can be served as appetizers or light main dishes. Consider cutting the zucchini halves into smaller segments for finger-friendly portions if serving a crowd.
The recipe notes suggest grilling the zucchini ahead of time and experimenting with additional fillings like spinach, olives, or cheese variations for personalized twists.
Ingredients
- 3 zucchini trimmed and sliced length-wise into halves
- extra virgin olive oil I used Early Harvest Greek EVOO
- salt to your liking, kosher salt
- black pepper to your liking, kosher salt
- oregano large sprinkle to your liking, dried
- 6 oz cherry tomato sliced in halves
- 3 green onions both white and green parts, ends trimmed, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese more to your liking, crumbled
- 6 to 10 mint leaf chopped, fresh
- parsley chopped, large handful, fresh
- lemon zest of 1
- lemon juice not too much, splash
Instructions
- Heat a cast iron skillet or indoor griddle over medium heat. (OR, If cooking on gas grill, lightly oil the grate and preheat grill to medium-low).
- Brush zucchini generously with extra virgin olive oil on both sides. Season zucchini (particularly flesh side) with salt, freshly ground pepper, and oregano.
- Place zucchini, flesh-side down, on the preheated grill (or indoor griddle). Grill for 3 to 5 minutes until soft and nicely charred, then turn on back side and grill for another 3 to 5 minutes until this side is also tender and gains some color. (If using an indoor skillet or griddle, you may need to adjust heat to medium-high.)
- Remove zucchini from heat and let cool enough to handle.
- To create zucchini boats, use a small spoon to scoop out the flesh (do not discard). Squeeze all liquid out of zucchini flesh (you might use a linen kitchen towel or paper towel to do this.)
- Make the filling for the zucchini boats. Put the zucchini flesh in a mixing bowl and add the cherry tomatoes, green onions, feta, mint, parsley, lemon zest. Add a small splash of lemon juice and sprinkle a little more oregano. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil and mix everything together.
- Spoon the filling mixture into the prepared zucchini boats and arrange on a serving platter. Enjoy!
Notes
- Grill zucchini until tender and charred to enhance flavor.
- Squeeze out excess moisture from scooped zucchini flesh to prevent soggy filling.
- Cut zucchini halves crosswise into smaller boats for easy serving as appetizers.
- Make ahead by grilling zucchini in advance; assemble filling and bake when ready.
- Try alternative fillings like baby spinach, olives, marinated artichokes, or add cured meats for variety.
- A drizzle of Greek Tzatziki sauce complements the finishing flavor of zucchini boats.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6zucchini boats
Amount Per Serving
Calories 512 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 51.2kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.7g | 2% |
| Protein | 4.3g | 9% |
| Fat | 1.9g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6.7mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 334.1mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 436.9IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 25.5mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 25.5mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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