Seafood Stuffed Zucchini Recipe

Name: Seafood Stuffed Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 zucchini, halved lengthwise; 1 egg, beaten; 1/2 pound cooked crabmeat, diced; 1/2 pound cooked salad shrimp; 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Servings: persons

4 zucchini, halved lengthwise
1 egg, beaten
1/2 pound cooked crabmeat, diced
1/2 pound cooked salad shrimp
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
With a large spoon, scoop out the centers of each zucchini half, reserving the meat.
3
In a large bowl, mix about 1/2 the reserved zucchini meat, the egg, crabmeat, shrimp, and garlic. Blend lime juice and lemon juice into the mixture, and stir in the Italian seasoned bread crumbs. Season with oregano, basil, and pepper.
4
Arrange the zucchini halves in a medium baking dish. Generously stuff the halves with the crabmeat and shrimp mixture.
5
Bake 35 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and top with cheese. Return to the oven, and broil 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

236

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 4 zucchini, halved lengthwise, 1 egg, beaten, 1/2 pound cooked crabmeat, diced, 1/2 pound cooked salad shrimp, and more.

Yes, Seafood Stuffed Zucchini falls under the Seafood 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Seafood Stuffed Zucchini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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