Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup corn bread stuffing mix
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1/4 cup shredded reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese
- Vegetable cooking spray
Directions:
- Halve zucchini lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-inch thick shells. Discard pulp.
- Place zucchini halves, cut side down, in a large skillet. Add ½ cup water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain zucchini on paper towels.
- Meanwhile prepare stuffing. Lightly spray a medium saucepan with vegetable spray. Add carrot and onion and cook over medium heat until onion is tender. Stir in stuffing mix and water.
- Next, spoon stuffing into prepared zucchini. Sprinkle cheese on top of the stuffing in each zucchini then place them in a shallow baking dish.
- Bake in a 350° oven for about 20 minutes or until zucchini are tender and stuffing is heated through.
Nutritional Information (per serving): 160 calories, 4 grams fat, 7 grams protein, 25 grams carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 450 mg sodium
Recipe courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For more recipes and other information about fruits and vegetables visit: www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/5aday/index.htm