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    Oh My Veggies » Vegetarian Recipes » Vegetarian Main Dishes

    Caprese Stuffed Zucchini

    Published: Jul 25, 2016 · by Nicole · Updated: Feb 15, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Caprese Stuffed Zucchini

    It’s that time of the year when I start to see plenty of photos pop up on social media of friends who are overrun with fresh zucchini from their garden. As someone who has a major black thumb and can barely keep simple herbs alive, I must admit that I am always slightly jealous of all that overabundance of zucchini! Now that’s a problem I wouldn’t mind having. To make up for my lack of a flourishing vegetable garden, I tend to buy copious amounts of zucchini each week at the grocery store. It makes me feel like I’m in the same boat.

    So whether you have too much zucchini from your garden or go a little crazy while food shopping, these caprese stuffed zucchini are the perfect way to put your supply to good use. Hollowed out zucchini halves are baked until tender and then stuffed with a mixture of couscous and classic caprese components: tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. The zucchini are popped back into the oven just until the cheese is melted, and then finished off with a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze. The combination makes for a nice light meal or a great summer side dish.

    Caprese Stuffed Zucchini

    The cook time for the zucchini will vary slightly based upon their exact size and your personal preference. I like my zucchini tender but still a touch crisp, while my husband prefers them super soft. You can adjust the bake time as needed to get them to your liking. You can also play around with the amount of mozzarella cheese, adding more or less as desired.

    As for the filling, if your cherry tomatoes are on the large size, go ahead and quarter them instead of halving. This will help distribute the tomatoes more evenly throughout the mixture.

    Caprese Stuffed Zucchini

    Caprese Stuffed Zucchini

    Tender stuffed zucchini filled with couscous, tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil, then finished with a balsamic glaze.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Keyword: Caprese Stuffed Zucchini, stuffed zucchini
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 140kcal
    Author: Oh My Veggies

    Ingredients

    For the zucchini:

    • 3 medium zucchini
    • Olive oil for brushing
    • Salt and pepper for sprinkling

    For the filling:

    • ½ cup vegetable broth
    • ½ cup dry couscous
    • 1 large clove garlic minced
    • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
    • ½ cup chopped fresh basil divided
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • ¾ to 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Balsamic glaze for drizzling
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    Instructions

    For the zucchini:

    • Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
    • Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise, then use a spoon or melon baller to hollow out the centers. Discard the flesh or save for another use. Lightly brush the zucchini with olive oil, then place cut side up on a baking dish or sheet. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Bake for about 20 to 22 minutes, or until tender. Remove from the oven, then turn on the broiler.

    For the filling:

    • While the zucchini is baking, add the broth to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then stir in the couscous. Remove from the heat, cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork, then add to a medium bowl and let cool for about 5 minutes.
    • To the bowl, add in the garlic, tomatoes, ¼ cup of the basil, the olive oil, salt and pepper. Mix to combine.
    • Scoop some of the filling into each of the baked zucchini. Sprinkle the tops evenly with the mozzarella. Return to the oven and broil for about 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with the remaining basil and drizzle generously with balsamic glaze.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 352mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 518IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Harper says

      July 25, 2016 at 9:30 pm

      Such a great way to use zucchini! Caprese Salads are one of my favorites, thanks so much for posting!

      Reply
      • Ashley Jennings says

        July 26, 2016 at 3:49 pm

        Thanks Harper!

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    2. Keya says

      June 18, 2018 at 9:28 am

      Thank you, Harper! I can't have mozzarella for now as with a detox diet lactose free, and thinking of trying with vegan mozzarella instead. I'm sure my son will love it!

      Reply

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