Brazilian recipe
Stuffed Zucchini with Tuna
An easy and delicious recipe for zucchini stuffed with tuna. A light, nutritious dish perfect for a quick and flavorful lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
4 medium zucchinis
1 and 1/2 cups cooked rice
20 cherry tomatoes
1 can shredded tuna (preferably light)
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 and 1/2 cups cooked rice
20 cherry tomatoes
1 can shredded tuna (preferably light)
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Zucchini, cherry tomatoes, rice, tuna, vegetable oil, garlic, salt, and pepper are commonly found in the produce, canned goods, rice, oil, and spice sections of most supermarkets. Specialty or Latin markets may offer a wider variety of local produce.
Preparation method
- Wash the zucchinis and cut them in half lengthwise
- Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the pulp from each zucchini half, creating a cavity for the filling
- In a pot with boiling water, cook the zucchini halves for about 1 minute
- Drain the zucchini and set aside
- In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant
- Add the chopped zucchini pulp to the skillet and cook until softened
- Stir in the cooked rice, drained tuna, and cherry tomatoes quartered
- Mix all filling ingredients well and season with salt and black pepper to taste
- Remove the skillet from the heat
- Fill the cooked zucchini halves with the prepared stuffing
- Arrange the stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil
- Bake in a preheated oven at medium temperature (approximately 180°C or 350°F) for 30 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender
- Remove the aluminum foil and serve the stuffed zucchinis immediately
Observations
This stuffed zucchini with tuna recipe is a light and tasty option, ideal for those seeking a nutritious and practical meal. Cooked zucchini becomes tender, complementing the flavorful filling of tuna and rice. It's an excellent way to incorporate vegetables into your diet, transforming a simple ingredient into an attractive main course.
Perfect for busy days, this recipe combines fresh, easy-to-find ingredients. The preparation is straightforward, ensuring a delicious result without fuss. Serve as a main dish or a healthy side.
Perfect for busy days, this recipe combines fresh, easy-to-find ingredients. The preparation is straightforward, ensuring a delicious result without fuss. Serve as a main dish or a healthy side.
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