Zucchini stuffed with Mexican vegetables

Zucchini stuffed with Mexican vegetables is served warm as a main, with tender zucchini and the filling still holding together. The vegetables soften in the oven with a little water, and the cucumber and sour cream sauce goes on the side. I like to keep the zucchini pieces thick enough to hold the filling. Preparation: 15 minutes. Cooking: 30 minutes. Total time: 45 minutes. Servings: 2. About 270 kcal and 8 g protein per serving.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini (700 g)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 250 g Mexican vegetables
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 250 ml water
For the sauce
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 medium cucumber (200 g)
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Preparation
1. Wash the zucchini and cut each into 3 or 4 pieces. Scoop out the seeds with a teaspoon and arrange the pieces in a glass baking dish. 2. Heat the oil in a pan and sauté the Mexican vegetables for 5 minutes. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. 3. Fill the zucchini pieces with the vegetables. Pour 250 ml water into the dish, cover with a lid and bake at 180°C for 25 minutes, until the zucchini softens. 4. For the sauce, mix the sour cream with the finely chopped cucumber, crushed garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Notes
Choose zucchini of a similar thickness so they cook evenly; very thick ones may need a few extra minutes. If the Mexican vegetable mix releases a lot of liquid after sautéing, drain it before filling the zucchini. I serve them with fresh bread and keep the sauce on the side. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in a sealed container. Without the sour cream sauce, the dish can be suitable for fasting; the sauce contains dairy.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use frozen Mexican vegetables?
Yes, add them straight to the pan and sauté for 7 minutes, until there are no more ice crystals.
What should I do if the zucchini is still firm after baking?
Cover the dish again and bake for another 5 minutes, then check whether a fork slides easily into the flesh.
Why is there a lot of water collecting in the dish?
Frozen vegetables can release more liquid. Remove the lid for the last 5 minutes of baking so some of the liquid can evaporate.
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