Brown Rice Stuffed Zucchini Recipe

Name: Brown Rice Stuffed Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini; 2 cups cooked brown rice; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 small red bell pepper, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 medium tomatoes, peeled and seeded, chopped; 1/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or your favorite fresh or dried herb); salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

2 medium zucchini
2 cups cooked brown rice
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 medium tomatoes, peeled and seeded, chopped
1/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or your favorite fresh or dried herb)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded

1
Trim zucchinis and cut in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the zucchini pulp leaving the shells about 1/4 inch thick and set aside.
2
Roughly chop zucchini pulp.
3
Saute onions, pepper, and garlic in the olive oil until the onions are tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4
Add zucchini pulp and pecans and continue to saute about 3 minutes.
5
Add tomato, rice, thyme, salt and pepper, and stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
6
Stuff reserved zucchini halves with rice mixture and top with the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
7
Place zucchinis in a small, shallow casserole dish and cover with aluminum foil.
8
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
9
Remove foil, and return to oven for about 10 minutes, or until tops are lightly browned and bubbly.

529

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium zucchini, 2 cups cooked brown rice, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/2 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Brown Rice Stuffed Zucchini falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Brown Rice Stuffed Zucchini

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