Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini Boats

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Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini Boats
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Ingredients

zucchinis
4
red onion, diced
1/2
red bell pepper
1
oregano
1 tsp
garlic cloves, minced
2
baby spinach, torn into bite size pieces
3 cups
jarred sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup
crumbled feta, and extra for garnish
1 cup
seasoned breadcrumbs for mixture and ¼ cup for topping
1 cup
Kalamata olives, chopped
1/3 cup
large eggs
3
olive oil
1 Tbsp
salt & pepper
To taste
parsley
Garnish

 

Directions

  1. PREHEAT oven to 400° F.
  2. SLICE zucchinis in half lengthwise then use a spoon to carefully SCOOP out the center (reserve).
  3. CHOP reserved zucchini flesh into bite-size pieces then SAUTÉ in olive oil along with diced red onion and red bell peppers until softened and all moisture has evaporated (about 5 minutes).
  4. ADD oregano, fresh garlic, and baby spinach and COOK until fragrant (about 1 minute longer). SEASON with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. ADD to a bowl along with sun-dried tomatoes, feta, breadcrumbs, and Kalamata olives.
  6. WHISK eggs and then ADD to the mixture.
  7. SPRAY both sides of your zucchini boats with olive oil, SEASON with salt and pepper, and then FILL with your stuffing. TOP with more breadcrumbs, SPRAY the filled boats with olive oil again, and then BAKE for 20 minutes.
  8. GARNISH with more feta and fresh parsley.