COLORFUL ZUCCHINI BOATS

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In Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Shirley Glaab hollows out zucchini, then fills the shells with an herb-seasoned stuffing for a colorful side dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium zucchini (about 7 inches each)
1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons prepared ranch salad dressing
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
4 cherry tomatoes, quartered

Steps:

  • Cut a thin slice off bottom of zucchini so it sits flat. Cut a thin lengthwise slice from top of zucchini and discard. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Chop 1 cup pulp; set aside. Place zucchini shells in a ungreased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mushrooms, onion and reserved zucchini pulp. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes; drain. Heat 1-2 minutes longer; drain thoroughly. Stir in the corn, butter, thyme, basil, salt and pepper. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir in salad dressing and 1/4 cup cheese. Stuff into zucchini boats., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese; top with tomatoes. heat 1-2 minutes longer or until the vegetables are tender and the cheese is melted. Let stand for 3-5 minutes before serving.

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This recipe is a fail.


illohminati
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Worst recipe ever!


DAVID Ff
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Adam Shields
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These zucchini boats were a waste of time and money.


Jabir Rain
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my zucchini boats were bland and flavorless.


Dennis Espana
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I'm not sure if I'm doing something wrong, but my zucchini boats didn't turn out as good as the ones in the picture.


John Ukaegbu
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I'm not a fan of zucchini, but I'm always willing to try new recipes. I'll give these zucchini boats a shot.


Md sakil Hasan
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I'm not sure how I feel about the combination of zucchini and cheese, but I'm willing to try it.


Crishan Mahathanthri
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These zucchini boats are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Prabin Gupta
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook zucchini. These zucchini boats look like a great option.


Mohammad Sorif
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I made these zucchini boats for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Kelita Lashae
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but these zucchini boats look so delicious that I'm willing to give them a try.


kaymayra lacon
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These zucchini boats look amazing! I can't wait to try them.


Maria Fuentes
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Yum!


Lorenzo Brown
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I love the idea of using zucchini boats as a vessel for filling. It's a fun and creative way to serve vegetables.


Zainab Qureshi
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These zucchini boats were a delicious and healthy way to use up some of the zucchini from my garden. The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly.


Praise Agashu
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Great recipe! Easy to follow and the zucchini boats turned out perfectly. Will be using this recipe again for sure.


Haliimah Nattu
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Love this recipe! The zucchini is so tender and flavorful, and the filling is cheesy and delicious. Will definitely be making this again.


Shanto gazi
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I made these zucchini boats last night and they were a hit! My family loved them, and even my picky eater son ate them all up.