Zucchini Relleno

Zucchini Relleno is a delightful low carb Mexican snack that features tender zucchini stuffed with a savory filling of cheese and spices, then baked to perfection. This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect guilt-free treat.

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis
• 100g cream cheese, softened
• 50g shredded mozzarella cheese
• 50g cooked chorizo, crumbled
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of the zucchini shell.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, cooked chorizo, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. Fill the hollowed zucchini halves with the cheese and chorizo mixture, pressing down lightly to pack it in.
5. Drizzle the filled zucchinis with olive oil and place them in a baking dish.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the zucchinis are tender and the tops are golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and cilantro.

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