Ingredients:
- 3 - 4 medium-sized zucchini squash
- greek seasoning, (rec'd: konriko) lemon pepper, or salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Prepare quinoa: place rinsed quinoa in a small saucepan with 1 cup water and a pinch of salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to very low and simmer 20 minutes until water is gone and quinoa is tender (you'll see the grains start to break apart in rings.)
- Prepare zucchini: slice each squash in half lengthwise. Using a melon baller, scoop out insides, leaving about 1/4 inch thick walls, taking care not to punch through the bottom. Salt each half, and turn cut-side down on a plate lined with a paper towel.
- Prepare veggies: sweat onions, peppers and carrots, seasoned with 1/4 tsp Greek seasoning, and 2 tbsp olive oil, in a cast-iron skillet over very low heat until tender, about ten minutes. Add minced garlic and roasted pepper, let saute another 2-3 minutes.
- Turn on your gas grill, or preheat your broiler.
- Wipe out zucchini very well with paper towels, and season with pepper only. Grill cut-side down over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until they just begin to soften.
- Transfer cooked quinoa and cooked vegetables to a large bowl. Wipe out any remaining veggies in skillet and spray with cooking spray.
- Take zucchini off grill, and turn off one burner, leaving the other one on medium-high.
- Add parsley, tomatoes, vinegar, and 2 tbsp olive oil to bowl (if needed).
- Taste, and season with Greek seasoning or salt and pepper. Go just a little under-seasoned, as the feta cheese will add some saltiness.
- Place grilled zucchini boats cut-side up and side-by-side in pan. Spoon quinoa mix generously in boats (you may have a little leftover), and top with cheeses.
- Place pan on the unlit side of the grill, and close lid.
- Cook about 5 minutes, until cheese is melted and zucchini is tender but not mushy-check with a fork for doneness.
- Serve with extra cheese and lemon wedges and enjoy!
- This makes a great side dish or vegetarian entree-and you can feel even better about having dessert later. (I know I did.)
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 192.8 Kcal (807 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 108.28 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 12.03g | 19% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 11.82mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 121.79mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 285.56mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbs | 15.56g | 5% | |
| Sugars | 3.81g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.41g | 10% | |
| Protein | 5.42g | 11% | |
| Vitamin C | 31.6mg | 53% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.2mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.3mg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 158.46 Kcal (663 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 89 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 9.89g | 19% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 9.71mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 100.1mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 234.7mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbs | 12.79g | 5% | |
| Sugars | 3.13g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.98g | 10% | |
| Protein | 4.45g | 11% | |
| Vitamin C | 25.9mg | 53% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.2mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.2mg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 64.9mg | 8% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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