Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Who knew eating your vegetables could feel like a culinary cruise? These stuffed zucchini boats are the perfect vessel for a rich, savory filling that's so good, you'll forget it's good for you. With a creamy cottage cheese base, fresh herbs, and a bubbly cheddar topping, this is comfort food that won't sink your healthy eating goals. All aboard for a delicious, satisfying meal!
Equipment
- baking dish
Ingrediënten
- 1 beaten egg
- 2 tbsp. butter
- ¼ c. buttermilk
- ¼ c. chopped parsley
- 4 stalks chopped celery
- 1 c. cottage cheese
- ½ c. grated cheddar cheese
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 chopped small onion
- ¾ tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the onions, garlic, and celery until tender.
- In a separate bowl, stir in the cottage cheese, buttermilk, egg, salt, pepper, oregano, and parsley.
- Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise.
- Place the zucchini, cut side up, in a greased baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and spread the cottage cheese mixture over the zucchini.
- Bake for about 15 more minutes, or until the filling is golden and set.
- Sprinkle with the grated cheddar cheese and bake for a final few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
These savory zucchini boats are a fantastic main course on their own, or they can be served as a hearty side dish to roasted chicken or fish. For a complete meal, pair them with a light green salad.Wine Advice:
Pairing a wine with this cheesy, savory zucchini is all about finding a perfect counterbalance. A crisp, dry white wine with high acidity is the hero you need. A Sauvignon Blanc, for instance, with its zesty and citrusy notes, will cut through the richness of the cottage and cheddar cheese and stand up to the earthy herbs without a fight. It’s the perfect, refreshing partner for this hearty dish, ensuring your taste buds are ready for every single bite.Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 1.2 g | Sugar: 6 g | Salt: 1.2 g
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