Ingredients
Method
Preparation and Baking
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center, creating little boats for the filling. Set aside the scooped-out flesh for later.
- In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the diced mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Toss in the chopped spinach and the reserved zucchini flesh, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and the spinach is wilted.
- In a large bowl, combine the sautéed filling with the ricotta cheese and half of the mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Generously fill each zucchini half with the mixture, packing it down slightly for a nice presentation. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Place the stuffed zucchinis in the prepared baking dish, adding a splash of water to help steam the zucchinis, and cover with foil.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Once out of the oven, sprinkle with fresh herbs and enjoy!
Notes
To prevent a watery filling, thoroughly sauté mushrooms and spinach. Feel free to customize toppings and use a mandoline for uniform zucchini slices.