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Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini

Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini

Cost $15, save $10

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  • 45 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Meat

    • 🐑 ¼ pound ground lamb

  • Grains

    • 🍚 ¼ cup basmati rice

  • Vegetables

    • 🥒 2 pounds small zucchini or yellow squash
    • 🧄 1 teaspoon minced garlic

  • Sauce Base

    • 🍅 2 cups tomato puree, divided

  • Seasonings & Spices

    • ½ teaspoon dried mint
    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
    • 🍋 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon dried mint

STEPS

1

Mix together the ground lamb, basmati rice, 2 tablespoons tomato puree, ½ teaspoon mint, salt, and pepper; mix well, and set aside.

2

Slice the ends off the zucchinis and hollow out the centers using an apple corer. Stuff with lamb mixture.

3

Stir together the remaining tomato puree with ½ teaspoon salt in a large skillet. Place the stuffed zucchini into the sauce, and add enough water to cover the zucchini. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

4

Stir in the garlic, lemon juice, and remaining ½ teaspoon of mint. Recover, and simmer an additional 15 minutes. To serve, cut the zucchini crosswise into rounds and arrange on a serving plate. Spoon sauce over the top.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

183

Calories

  • 11
    Protein
  • 29
    Carbs
  • 5
    Fats

💡 Use fresh summer squashes for the best flavor and texture.To save preparation time, you can prepare the stuffing mixture in advance.For additional flavor, try using a mix of zucchini and yellow squash or even long eggplants.Add a pinch of cinnamon or allspice to the meat mixture for enhanced aromatic flavors.