Stuffed zucchini casserole –Welcome to the culinary delight where “zucchini” is not just an exotic vegetable but also a superstar that steals the show! Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure with stuffed zucchini boats that will make your taste buds dance like nobody’s watching.
Stuffed Zucchini Boats Casserole with Italian Sausage and Quinoa
These little green vessels of goodness are packed with Italian sausage and quinoa, a combo so good it’ll make you want to jump into a boat and sail away, possibly to a Neapolitan paradise. But we’ll stick to our kitchens for now. Let’s not waste time and get straight into the deliciousness!
Ingredients:
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice!)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup marinara sauce (and maybe a little extra for drizzling later)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a sprinkle of “I love Italy” magic dust)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (if you want to feel fancy)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (or as hot as that little man in the oven can handle).
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create little “boats.” You want them to hold their cargo, so don’t go crazy!
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula like you mean it, to get all the juicy bits.
- Add diced onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until onions are translucent (and your house smells like a dream).
- Stir in the cooked quinoa, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and of course, salt and pepper. Mix it all together until it’s a glorious blend of wellness and yum.
- Spoon the filling into your zucchini boats. Pile it high, because we all know that more is more!
- Top each boat with a generous sprinkle of shredded mozzarella (because cheese is life).
- Place the boats in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes so the cheese gets bubbly and starts resembling something you would see in your dreams.
- Garnish with fresh basil for that chef’s touch. Voilà!
Now that your zucchini boats are ready, it’s time to dig in and treat yourself to a plate full of happiness! Remember, cooking is all about having fun, so don’t forget to add a dash of your own spice to these delightful delights. Enjoy!
