Corn- and Pepper-Stuffed Zucchini

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Corn- and Pepper-Stuffed Zucchini
15 min.
4
63kcal

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Looking for a delightful and healthy side dish that’s bursting with flavor? Look no further than our Corn- and Pepper-Stuffed Zucchini! This vibrant recipe is not only vegetarian, but it’s also vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for anyone with dietary restrictions or simply looking to enjoy a wholesome meal.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this colorful dish that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The combination of sweet corn, crunchy red bell pepper, and fresh green onions creates a delicious filling that complements the tender zucchini shells beautifully. Each serving is a mere 63 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt!

Whether you’re serving it as a side dish, an antipasti platter, or a light snack, these stuffed zucchinis are sure to impress. The microwave method ensures that you can prepare this dish quickly and easily, perfect for those busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s not only nutritious but also a feast for the eyes!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons canola oil 
  • 0.8 cup ears corn fresh whole frozen cooled thawed cooked ()
  • tablespoons spring onion thinly sliced
  • tablespoons bell pepper diced red
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon water 
  • small zucchini ( 6 inches long)

Equipment

  • plastic wrap
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Cut zucchini lengthwise in half; place zucchini and water in rectangular microwavable dish, 11x7x1 1/2 inches. Cover with plastic wrap, folding back one edge or corner 1/4 inch to vent steam.
  2. Microwave on High 3 to 5 minutes or until zucchini is crisp-tender. When cool enough to handle, scoop centers from zucchini, leaving 1/4-inch shells. Discard centers.
  3. Mix remaining ingredients. Spoon about 2 tablespoons corn mixture into each zucchini shell.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein13.51%
Fat34.76%
Carbs51.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.75
Glycemic Load
0.48
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.3778261153594%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.29kcal
3.16%
Fat:2.76g
4.25%
Saturated Fat:0.34g
2.11%
Carbohydrates:9.25g
3.08%
Net Carbohydrates:7.36g
2.67%
Sugar:4.92g
5.46%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:87.04mg
3.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.42g
4.84%
Vitamin C:29.49mg
35.74%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.17%
Vitamin K:13.02µg
12.4%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.65%
Potassium:399.49mg
11.41%
Folate:43.8µg
10.95%
Vitamin A:462.34IU
9.25%
Magnesium:32.5mg
8.12%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.78%
Fiber:1.9g
7.6%
Phosphorus:71.36mg
7.14%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.63%
Vitamin B3:1.07mg
5.37%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.53%
Copper:0.08mg
4.06%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4%
Iron:0.64mg
3.57%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.51%
Calcium:22.07mg
2.21%