Corn- and Pepper-Stuffed Zucchini

Name: Corn- and Pepper-Stuffed Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive or canola oil; 177 milliliters frozen (thawed) whole kernel corn or cooled cooked fresh corn kernels; 2 Tbsps medium green onions, thinly sliced; 2 Tbsps diced red bell pepper; 0 teaspoons salt; 1 Tbsp water; 4 smalls zucchini (about 6 inches long)

Corn- and Pepper-Stuffed Zucchini might be just the side dish you are searching for. This gluten free and vegan recipe serves 4. One serving contains 78 calories, 3g of protein, and 3g of fat. Head to the store and pick up canolan oil, water, green onions, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 15 minutes.

Instructions

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.

Ingredients you will need

Zucchini

Water

Wrap

Equipment you will use

Plastic Wrap

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.

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Zucchini

Pasta Shells