This seafood stuffed zucchini recipe is perfect for any seafood lover. It combines the flavors of fresh seafood, zucchini, and aromatic herbs to create a mouthwatering dish. In this recipe, zucchinis are hollowed out and filled with a delicious mixture of shrimp, crab meat, and seasonings. The zucchinis are then baked to perfection, resulting in a savory and satisfying meal. It's a great option for a healthy and low-carb dinner that is bursting with flavor. You'll love how easy it is to make and how tasty the final result is!
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized zucchinis
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup lump crab meat
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch border around the edges to create boats.
- Chop the scooped-out zucchini flesh and set aside.
- In a food processor, pulse the shrimp and crab meat until finely chopped.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped seafood, reserved zucchini flesh, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Brush the inside of the zucchini boats with olive oil.
- Stuff each zucchini boat with the seafood mixture, pressing it down gently to fill all the crevices.
- Place the stuffed zucchinis on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender and the seafood filling is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
