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Cheesy Chickpea Stuffed Zucchini Boats – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Cheesy Chickpea Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Discover a satisfying weeknight dinner with these Cheesy Chickpea Stuffed Zucchini Boats. Tender zucchini filled with a savory mix of chickpeas and veggies, topped with gooey cheese and a crunchy potato chip crust. Ready in 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 341

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large zucchini
  • 1 tablespoon (15 mL / 0.5 fl oz) olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped, about 1 ½ cups / 225 g (7.9 oz)
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped, about 1 cup / 150 g (5.3 oz)
  • 1 cup (165 g / 5.8 oz) cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 3 medium tomatoes, chopped, about 1 cup / 180 g (6.3 oz)
  • 2 teaspoons (4 g / 0.14 oz) dried thyme
  • 1 cup (113 g / 4 oz) shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces (113 g / 4 oz) low-fat plain yogurt
  • ½ teaspoon (1 g / 0.04 oz) paprika
  • ½ cup (25 g / 0.88 oz) crushed potato chips
  • Swap the chickpeas for an equal amount of cooked black beans, cannellini beans, or brown lentils for a different flavor profile.
  • For a different crunch, substitute the potato chips with panko breadcrumbs or crushed tortilla chips tossed with a little melted butter.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C.
  2. Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise.
  3. Using a spoon, gently scoop out the seeds and flesh, leaving a ¼-inch-thick shell. Finely chop the scooped-out zucchini flesh and set it aside.
  4. Arrange the zucchini shells in a baking dish lightly coated with cooking spray. 2.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and the reserved chopped zucchini flesh.
  7. Sauté for 5 minutes, then stir in the chickpeas, tomatoes, and dried thyme.
  8. Continue to cook until the vegetables are tender. 3. Evenly divide the chickpea mixture among the zucchini shells, filling each one.
  9. In a small bowl, stir together the shredded cheese, yogurt, and paprika until well combined. Spoon about 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of the cheese mixture on top of the filling in each zucchini boat.
  10. Finish by sprinkling each with 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) of crushed potato chips. 4.
  11. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender, the filling is heated through, and the topping is golden and crispy.
  12. Serve immediately.
  13. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika to the vegetable sauté for a smoky, spicy kick.

Nutrition

Calories: 341kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 19gFat: 15g

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