Pepperoni Stuffed Zucchini Recipe
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
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- 2 medium zucchini
- cup diced onion
- 12 slices pepperoni sausage, diced
- cup grated Asiago or Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
- Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise. Use a metal spoon to scoop out most of the insides and place them into a skillet. Transfer the zucchini shells to a baking sheet.
- Place the skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and pepperoni. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and spoon the cooked mixture into the zucchini shells.
- Sprinkle the stuffed zucchini with grated cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and golden.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 | |
| Total Fat | 13g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 547mg | 24% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 9% |
| Total Sugars | 5g | |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 231mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 588mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.