Italian Rice Stuffed Zucchini

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Italian Rice Stuffed Zucchini is the perfect late summer dinner or side dish. It's packed with fresh veggies and whole grains.

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Ingredients • zucchini • olive oil • yellow onion • red bell pepper • garlic • cherry tomatoes • parsley • basil • brown rice • parmesan cheese • salt and pepper • mozzarella cheese • marinara

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Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly spray a medium casserole dish with olive oil. Spread marinara on the bottom.

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Trim off the stem ends of the zucchini. Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh of the zucchini, leaving about ½" rim to create "boats". Place in the casserole dish, and lightly spray the tops with olive oil.

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Heat oil in a skillet over. Add the onions and peppers, and cook until softened. Add the garlic, diced cherry tomatoes, parsley, and basil. Cook until softened.

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Stir in the brown rice and parmesan cheese until combined. Remove from heat. Taste and season with salt and pepper, as needed.

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Spoon the mixture into the zucchini boats. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the stuffed zucchinis. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Top with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 5 more minutes, until the cheese is melted.

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Serve and enjoy!

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Get the Full Recipe at the link below.

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