Moroccan-Spiced Stuffed Zucchini Boats

This fragrant take on stuffed zucchini boats is sure to please anyone!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: moroccan stuffed zucchini, stuffed zucchini, vegan stuffed zucchini
Servings: 4
Calories: 254kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 zucchinis large, cut in half
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth for sauteeing
  • 1/2 white onion diced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 14-oz can crushed tomatoes preferably fire roasted
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup dried cherries chopped into small pieces
  • 1 14-oz can chickpeas rinsed and drained

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
  • With a spoon, scoop out the seeds and some flesh from each zucchini half, enough to create a nice long cavity to fill with the stuffing. Reserve the scoopings in a bowl. Set aside to drain.
  • Saute the diced onion in a large pan on medium-high with the vegetable broth until softened, about 5 minutes. Add
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, except for the dried cherries and the chickpeas. Bring to a simmer and for about 5-7 minutes to slightly reduce. Mix in the chopped cherries & chickpeas. Set aside.
  • Place each zucchini half onto the baking sheet, scooped out side-up. Spoon the chickpea filling carefully into each half. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2halves | Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 781mg | Potassium: 1172mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 3306IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 6mg
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