Mince Stuffed Zucchini

Heeellooo, my dear friends! How are you? I hope you enjoy the summer and soak in as much sun as you can get. And the only thing that is better than summer is food, obviously. So let’s talk about stuffed zucchini. This is definitely not a strict recipe. I present you tons of options. Therefore, you can amend the recipe and adapt it to your needs.

Ingredients (basic):

• 1 zucchini
• 500 gr. ground meat (depending on the size of the zucchini)
• tomato sauce
• pepper, salt, paprika

Peel the zucchini and cut it onto half lengthwise. Then remove the seeds so that you create a hollow. Take the meat and season it with as much salt, pepper and paprika you like.  Fill the meat into the zucchini. Season the tomato sauce and add it into the oven dish as well. Pop it into the oven at 375 °F for ca. 60 minutes.

This is the basic recipe. The ingredients that I’m talking about hereafter are optional. Choose what fits your diet best.

Ingredients (options):

Cheese: Of course, what is a gratin without cheese! Nevertheless, I know that a lot of people have their issues with dairy, so I mentioned it in this section.

Herbs: Some like these some like those. You can add oregano, basil or parsley. Some people like none of these and want to go for onions and garlic. Chose whatever you want. My favorite is the Italian way with onions, garlic and oregano.

Bread roll: I know not everyone is getting along with gluten but I don’t want to withhold my grandma’s recipe from you. She always soaks an old bread roll  in water 10-15 minutes before she starts preparing the meat. Afterwards wring it out and mash it. Add it to the meat and knead it in.

Eggs: The consequence of adding a raw egg is firm meat. Personally, I love it a bit firmer but that’s totally your choice.

Side dish: As you see in the picture, I went for rice (all-time favorite). However, you can also choose between potatoes, quinoa or a paleo side dish. For a paleo meal, you can enjoy the zucchini with salad and vegetables.

Hopefully, you can create your own personal meal that fits your diet. I would be honored if you tag me on photos of the meal.

xoxo Anny <3