tex-mex stuffed zucchini

Seattle, WA
Updated on Jul 19, 2015

A nice side or part of an appetizer plate.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake
yield 2-4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 medium zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 - jalapeno pepper, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 cup monterey jack cheese with jalapeno peppers, shredded
  • 1 large tomato, seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • - sliced pickled jalapenos, for topping (optional)

How To Make tex-mex stuffed zucchini

  • Step 1
    Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Step 2
    Halve 2 zucchini lengthwise; scoop out the seeds, leaving a 1/4-inch-thick shell. Chop the scooped-out zucchini flesh and transfer to a bowl.
  • Step 3
    Grate the remaining whole zucchini on the large holes of a box grater; add to the bowl along with 1 teaspoon salt. Set aside 10 minutes, then squeeze out the liquid.
  • Step 4
    Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, minced jalapeno, chile powder and grated zucchini mixture; cook until tender, 4 minutes. Let cool, then stir in the cheese.
  • Step 5
    Spoon into the zucchini halves. Transfer to the baking sheet and bake until bubbling, 20 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Combine the tomato, green onions and cilantro in a small bowl. Spoon over the zucchini, then top with pickled jalapenos, if using.
  • Step 7
    Serve.

Discover More

Culture: Mexican
Category: Vegetables
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Bake

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