Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Herbed Quinoa – The Ultimate Flavor-Packed Recipe
This delicious and healthy Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Herbed Quinoa recipe makes the perfect vegetarian and gluten-free meal. Loaded with plant-based protein, fresh herbs, and a creamy quinoa mixture, it's ideal for meal prep, family dinners, or an elegant meatless main course. Budget-friendly and easy to customize for vegan or dairy-free diets, this dish brings Mediterranean flavor right to your table.
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- ½ cup quinoa dry
- ¼ cup cream cheese or dairy-free
- ¼ white onion finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ⅓ red bell pepper diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple or lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C). Line a tray with parchment paper.
- Cook quinoa per instructions. Let cool slightly.
- Hollow zucchini with spoon. Reserve flesh for filling.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper in oil.
- Combine sautéed mix with quinoa, cheese, herbs, juice, and zucchini flesh.
- Stuff each zucchini boat and bake for 25–30 mins.
- Optional: Cover with foil if browning too fast.
Notes
Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 90 | Protein: 3g | Carbs: 11g | Fiber: 2g | Fat: 4g | Vitamin C: 26mg
Calories: 90 | Protein: 3g | Carbs: 11g | Fiber: 2g | Fat: 4g | Vitamin C: 26mg