Best 10 Bread Stuffed Zucchini Recipes

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**Bread-Stuffed Zucchini: A Delightful Fusion of Zucchini, Breadcrumbs, and Herbs**

Bread-stuffed zucchini is a delectable dish that combines the goodness of tender zucchini with a flavorful stuffing made from breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices. This recipe elevates the humble zucchini into a culinary masterpiece, perfect for a light and satisfying meal. With its crispy outer layer and tender, herb-infused filling, bread-stuffed zucchini is sure to impress your taste buds. This article offers three variations of the recipe, catering to diverse dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. Whether you prefer a classic meat-based stuffing, a vegetarian delight, or a vegan extravaganza, you'll find a bread-stuffed zucchini recipe that suits your palate. From the traditional Italian recipe with its savory blend of ground beef, sausage, and Parmesan cheese to the vibrant vegetarian version loaded with sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, and spinach, each variation promises a unique culinary experience. And for those seeking a plant-based option, the vegan recipe, crafted with tofu, walnuts, and a medley of vegetables, delivers a satisfying and nutritious meal.

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PARMESAN ROASTED ZUCCHINI



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium zucchini (2 1/2 to 3 pounds total)
Good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup panko (Japanese bread flakes)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Trim the stem end of the zucchini, cut them in half lengthwise, and scoop out a small channel of seeds with a regular teaspoon. Place the zucchini in one layer on a sheet pan, brush generously all over with olive oil, and turn the zucchini cut side down. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, until just tender but still firm when tested with the tip of a small paring knife.
  • Meanwhile, make the bread crumbs. In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, parsley, basil, Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the panko and 3 1/2 tablespoons of oil and mix well.
  • Turn the zucchini cut side up and spoon a heaping tablespoon of the panko mixture evenly on each zucchini. Bake for another 8 to 10 minutes, until the panko is crispy. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.

BREAD STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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Zucchini makes a great container for a filling of the squash, bread crumbs, cheese and onion.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium zucchini squash
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 small onion, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 3/8-in. shell. Reserve pulp. In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water and salt to a boil. Add zucchini shells; cover and boil for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside. Chop zucchini pulp. , In a large skillet, saute the onion and chopped zucchini in oil until tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the egg, bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Fill shells. Place in a greased baking dish. Bake at 375° for 15 minutes or until filling reaches 160° and is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

HERB-STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Split 2 medium zucchini and scoop out the seeds; season with salt. Combine 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 chopped tomato, 1/4 cup mixed chopped parsley and dill, 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Spoon into the zucchini; drizzle with olive oil. Bake at 425 degrees F, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 313 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 3 grams

CRISPY STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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Crispy Parmesan Stuffed Zucchini is easy to make and is one of THE best ways to enjoy zucchini! Crispy and crunchy, the perfect side dish OR snack!

Provided by Karina

Categories     Side Dish     Snack

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large zucchini (halved lengthwise)
2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup finely chopped parsley
4 cloves garlic (, minced)
1/4 cup melted butter
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking tray or sheet with non stick cooking oil spray.
  • Arrange zucchini halves, cut side up, on the baking sheet. Set aside.
  • Mix together the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley and garlic in a small bowl.
  • Pour in the melted butter, season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ⅓ teaspoon pepper (or to taste). Mix the ingredients together until the breadcrumbs absorb the butter (about 40 seconds).
  • Spoon the mixture over each zucchini half, to evenly cover. Spray the topping with a little cooking oil spray.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in the hot oven until the crust is golden and the zucchini halves are cooked through.
  • Broil for a further 5 minutes on medium heat to crisp the topping.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve as a side accompaniment to any main dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 394 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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Fresh out of the oven...zucchini packed full of meat, sauce and cheese makes a delicious dish!

Provided by cookkassi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound ground beef
1 large zucchini, ends trimmed
½ cup bread crumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
½ (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is browned, breaking the beef up into crumbles as it cooks, about 10 minutes. Drain off excess fat, and transfer the beef into a mixing bowl. Slice the zucchini in half the long way, and use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell all around the zucchini. Chop the scooped-out zucchini flesh, and add to mixing bowl. Stir in the bread crumbs, garlic, spaghetti sauce, black olives, and Parmesan cheese; mix the stuffing well. Lightly stuff both halves of the zucchini with the meat mixture. Place the zucchini halves into a baking dish, and cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, remove from oven, and remove the foil. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over each zucchini half. Move an oven rack to within 6 inches of the oven broiler's heat source, turn on the broiler, and broil the zucchini until the mozzarella cheese is browned and bubbling, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1112.4 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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This is good served with French bread and a salad.

Provided by LTHASKINS

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Zucchini Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 zucchini
1 pound pork sausage
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Trim stems from zucchini and slice lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and put in a bowl. Mix seeds with sausage, garlic, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Stuff squash with sausage mixture and place in a 9x13 inch baking pan. Pour spaghetti sauce over the top and cover the pan with foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until sausage is browned and cooked through, about 45 minutes. Remove foil and cover with mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven and cook until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 878.4 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 58.4 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 21.5 g, Sodium 2118 mg, Sugar 24.2 g

STUFFED ZUCCHINI I



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In this recipe zucchini are hollowed into 'boats' and stuffed with bread crumbs, Cheddar cheese, onion, parsley, egg and Parmesan cheese. A hearty side dish or main meal.

Provided by Debbie

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds zucchini, halved
1 ½ cups dry bread crumbs
2 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup minced onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons butter, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add zucchini and cook until tender, about 15 minutes; drain. Scoop out the flesh of the zucchini, making a 'boat'.
  • In a medium bowl combined zucchini flesh, bread crumbs, Cheddar cheese, onion, parsley, salt, most of the Parmesan cheese and egg. Fill zucchini boats with mixture. Dot tops with butter and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 128.6 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1289.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

STUFFED ZUCCHINI WITH CHEESY BREADCRUMBS



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Make and share this Stuffed Zucchini With Cheesy Breadcrumbs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 zucchini shells, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 slices day old whole wheat bread
3 medium zucchini
3/8 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup canned artichoke heart, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons dry white wine
5 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place bread in a food processor, pulse until crumbs form, and set aside.
  • Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, and scoop pulp out leaving a 1/4 inch thick shell.
  • Chop pulp.
  • Place zucchini halves cut side up on a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper, and sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and add zucchini pulp, and onion, and saute for 5 minutes.
  • Add add remaining salt, pepper, artichoke hearts, thyme, and garlic and cook 45 seconds.
  • Add wine, cook 1 minute.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, and onion mixture in a large bowl, and stir in cheese and remaining ingredients.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup breadcrumb mixture into each zucchini shell.
  • Bake 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until just tender.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE-STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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I've always had to be creative when getting my family to eat vegetables, so I decided to make stuffed zucchini using the pizza flavors that everyone loves. It worked! We like to include sausage for a main dish but it could be a meatless side dish, too. -Donna Marie Ryan, Topsfield, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces each)
1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Additional minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut each zucchini lengthwise in half. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell; chop pulp. Place zucchini shells in a large microwave-safe dish. In batches, microwave, covered, on high 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender., In a large skillet, cook sausage and zucchini pulp over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink, breaking sausage into crumbles; drain. Stir in tomatoes, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, herbs and pepper. Spoon into zucchini shells., Place in 2 ungreased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Bake, covered, 15-20 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with additional minced parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STUFFED ZUCCHINI



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An abundance of squash from my garden inspired me to make up this stuffed zucchini recipe, which is now a favorite. -Marjorie Roberts, West Chazy, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1-1/4 cups soft bread crumbs
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
4 medium zucchini
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine first 11 ingredients and 1 can of the tomato sauce; mix well. Stir in tomatoes. Halve zucchini lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Fill with meat mixture; place in two 13x9-in. baking dishes. Spoon remaining tomato sauce over each. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° until the zucchini is tender, about 45 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese during the last few minutes of baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 831mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose firm, medium-sized zucchini for stuffing. Oversized zucchini tend to have a spongy texture and can be watery.
  • Scoop out the zucchini flesh carefully, leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell. Be careful not to puncture the sides of the zucchini.
  • Use a sharp knife to finely chop the zucchini flesh. This will help it cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the stuffing.
  • Season the zucchini flesh generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to draw out the moisture and concentrate the flavor.
  • Cook the zucchini flesh in a hot skillet until it is browned and tender. This will help to caramelize the sugars in the zucchini and give it a delicious flavor.
  • Use a variety of fillings for your stuffed zucchini. Some popular options include bread crumbs, cheese, ground meat, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Bake the stuffed zucchini in a preheated oven until the zucchini is tender and the filling is cooked through. This will typically take about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the stuffed zucchini immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Stuffed zucchini is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover zucchini and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique stuffed zucchini recipes that the whole family will love.

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