Zucchini With Quinoa Stuffing

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup almonds, chopped (about 2 ounces)
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan (3 ounces)

Instructions

  1. 1. Heat oven to 400° F. In a large saucepan, combine the quinoa and 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes.
  2. 2. Meanwhile, cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Arrange in a large baking dish, cut-side up.
  3. 3. Fluff the quinoa and fold in the beans, tomatoes, almonds, garlic, 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, and 3 tablespoons of the oil.
  4. 4. Spoon the mixture into the zucchini. Top with the remaining tablespoon of oil and 1/4 cup Parmesan. Cover with foil and bake until the zucchini is tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake until golden, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

503 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.9g 18% DV
Total Fat 42.2g 54% DV
Carbs 25.6g 9% DV
Fiber 4.8g 17% DV
Sugar 6.4g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 141.8mg 6% DV
Potassium 343.5mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 5.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 10.8mg 12% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 85.3mg 7% DV
Iron 2.4mg 13% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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