Zucchini Stuffed With Goat Cheese and Mint Recipe

Name: Zucchini Stuffed With Goat Cheese and Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 4 ounces goat cheese, cut into small chunks; 10 mint leaves, rough chop; 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon black pepper, fresh ground; 2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped (pecans are o.k.); salt

Servings: persons

2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 ounces goat cheese, cut into small chunks
10 mint leaves, rough chop
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon black pepper, fresh ground
2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped (pecans are o.k.)
salt

1
Scoop out zucchini flesh leaving a firm shell and set aside.
2
Sprinkle shells lightly with salt, turn upside down and allow to drain about 20 minutes.
3
Set oven at 350 degrees.
4
Puree zucchini flesh, add onion and garlic.
5
Add salt and pepper to taste.
6
Mix well.
7
Dry shells and stuff with puree.
8
Drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil.
9
Place in oven for 15-20 minutes or until just turning brown.
10
In small well of food processor or blender, put cheese, mint leaves and 1 tsp olive oil.
11
Pulse, forming a shiny paste.
12
Salt and pepper to taste.
13
Spread on warm stuffing.
14
Sprinkle with cumin and walnuts and serve immediately.

285

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise, 1 small red onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 4 ounces goat cheese, cut into small chunks, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Stuffed With Goat Cheese and Mint 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.

Zucchini Stuffed With Goat Cheese and Mint

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