Quick Minute Zucchini Buttons
Ingredients
Instructions
- One decorative step that I think is worth the extra time at the beginning is to create vertical green stripes on the zucchini by peeling alternate lengths. But if you are in a rush, then simply begin by horizontally cutting the zucchini into 3 inch segments. Hollow out the middle half inch cylinder in each. An apple corer works very well for this.
- Cut the grilling cheese into 3 one half inch length cylinders and insert into the hollowed zucchinis.
- Cut the stuffed zucchinis into @1/3 inch width rounds.
- Heat a heavy pan and add a thin coating of olive oil.
- Brown the zucchini rounds quickly on one side and add the cherry tomatoes and onion slices.
- Turn over. Continue to cook on the other side until tender, about 5-7 minutes time total. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with fresh herbs.
- For the oven method: preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray a shallow baking dish with olive oil and add the vegetables. One photo shows a small baking dish of zucchini buttons stuffed with feta cheese, ready for the oven. Bake about 35-40 minutes. Garnish with sour cream and fresh herbs.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
349
kcal
17% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).