Cream Cheese Stuffed Zucchini
Elevate your zucchini game with this irresistible Cream Cheese Stuffed Zucchini recipe! Perfectly tender zucchini halves are transformed into flavor-packed vessels, brimming with a creamy filling of softened cream cheese, garlic, Parmesan, and fresh parsley. Enhanced with the bold flavors of Italian seasoning and a golden breadcrumb topping kissed with olive oil, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple. Baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, these stuffed zucchini boats are ideal as a savory side dish or an elegant appetizer at your next gathering. Plus, they’re low-carb and bursting with wholesome ingredients! Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this baked zucchini recipe will become a reliable crowd-pleaser in your kitchen repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Wash and dry the zucchini. Slice them in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and pulp, creating a 'boat' shape. Be careful not to scoop too deeply.
Step 3
Place the zucchini halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased with olive oil.
Step 4
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
Step 5
Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into the hollowed-out zucchini halves, pressing gently to fill them completely.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the stuffed zucchini.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1109.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1481.0 |
| Total Fat 109.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 291.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10481.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 64.6g | |
| Protein 43.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 844.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2029.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories