Eight-Ball Zucchini Stuffed with Rice, Basil, and Sun-dried Tomatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Eight-Ball Zucchini Stuffed with Rice, Basil, and Sun-dried Tomatoes
55 min.
4
134kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful and healthy side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than our Eight-Ball Zucchini Stuffed with Rice, Basil, and Sun-dried Tomatoes! This vibrant and colorful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Perfectly suited for vegetarians, vegans, and those following a gluten-free or dairy-free diet, this recipe is a versatile addition to any meal. The star of the show, the eight-ball zucchini, is tender and slightly sweet, providing the ideal vessel for a savory filling made from wholesome ingredients. The combination of cooked brown rice, aromatic basil, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes creates a deliciously satisfying stuffing that is both nutritious and filling.

With a preparation time of just 55 minutes, you can easily whip up this dish for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Each serving is only 134 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without hesitation. Whether served alongside your favorite protein or as a standalone dish, these stuffed zucchinis are sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that is as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • cup basil chopped
  • 1.3 cup brown rice cooked
  • cloves garlic 
  •  kalamata olives pitted chopped
  • tablespoons slivered almonds 
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried olives (not oil-packed)
  • 32 ball zucchini 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Cut zucchini tops off about 3/4 inch from the top. Scoop out the insides, being careful to leave a wall about 1/4 inch thick on all sides. Steam zucchini and tops for about 8 minutes, until slightly softened. Rehydrate the sun-dried tomatoes by soaking them in hot water until softened.
  2. Remove from water and chop. Reserve soaking water. Chop the zucchini pulp.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, and sauté the garlic for about 1 minute.
  4. Add the zucchini pulp and cook for 2 more minutes.
  5. Add the tomatoes, brown rice and almonds, and if the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the tomato liquid.
  6. Add the basil leaves, Kalamata olives, and black pepper to taste. Cook until warm, about 3 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Using a spoon, carefully stuff the rice mixture into the zucchini, mounding slightly on top.
  7. Place in an uncovered baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, covered with tops if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories134kcal
Protein12.01%
Fat26.17%
Carbs61.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.8
Glycemic Load
8.43
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.450000042501%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:134.19kcal
6.71%
Fat:4.11g
6.33%
Saturated Fat:0.44g
2.76%
Carbohydrates:21.87g
7.29%
Net Carbohydrates:18.63g
6.77%
Sugar:3.93g
4.37%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:89.73mg
3.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.25g
8.49%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.63%
Vitamin K:29.29µg
27.9%
Magnesium:64.49mg
16.12%
Copper:0.27mg
13.55%
Fiber:3.24g
12.95%
Potassium:448.91mg
12.83%
Phosphorus:113.65mg
11.36%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.21%
Vitamin B3:1.94mg
9.69%
Iron:1.62mg
9.02%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.99%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.8%
Vitamin A:432.52IU
8.65%
Vitamin C:6.81mg
8.25%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.3%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.46%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.97%
Calcium:48.2mg
4.82%
Folate:17.09µg
4.27%
Selenium:1.11µg
1.58%