Stuffed zucchini with quinoa and vegetables low GI
Get ready to treat your taste buds while taking care of your health with these low GI stuffed zucchini with quinoa and vegetables! A low glycemic index dish that will satisfy your cravings for both delicious and balanced flavors.
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Welcome to my virtual kitchen, where I share recipes that are as delicious as they are beneficial for health. Today, let’s dive into the simple and quick preparation of stuffed zucchini with quinoa and vegetables, perfect for those looking for a healthy option suitable for diabetic needs.
Here are the ingredients you will need for this recipe:
- Medium-sized zucchinis: They form the base of our dish, providing a light texture and a dose of fiber.
- Cooked quinoa: Quinoa, rich in protein and fiber, adds a nutritious and satisfying element to the recipe.
- Chopped red and yellow bell peppers: Bell peppers bring color, antioxidants, and a sweet flavor to our dish.
- Chopped red onion: Onion adds a robust flavor and health benefits, including anti-inflammatory compounds.
- Halved cherry tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes offer a burst of fresh flavors and add essential nutrients to the recipe.
- Crumbled feta cheese: Feta cheese, optional, provides a creamy and salty touch for cheese lovers.
- Salt, pepper, oregano, basil: These spices add flavorful nuances to the recipe without compromising health.
How to prepare these low GI stuffed zucchinis with quinoa?
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Thoroughly wash the zucchinis and cut them in half lengthwise. Gently hollow them out to create space for the filling.
- Cook the quinoa in a saucepan according to the package instructions. Set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, chopped bell peppers, finely chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and add seasonings according to your taste.
- Stuff the zucchini halves with the quinoa and vegetable mixture.
- Place the stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the zucchinis are tender.
- Garnish with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Feel free to adjust the quantities according to your preferences and specific nutritional needs. This recipe should be flavorful while remaining suitable for a low glycemic index and low-carb diet.
My tips and advice for successful stuffed zucchinis:
- Choose firm and fresh zucchinis for optimal texture.
- Customize the seasonings according to your personal tastes.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for a touch of freshness.
FAQ
Can I prepare these stuffed zucchinis in advance?
Absolutely! Prepare the filling in advance and stuff the zucchinis just before baking.
Can this dish be frozen?
Yes, these stuffed zucchinis freeze well. Make sure to wrap them tightly.
Other recipes to try
- Endives and ham gratin low GI (French endives au jambon)
- Butternut squash gnocchi and parmesan low GI
- Carrot soup and vanilla low GI
- Coconut tart Bounty-style low GI
- Cake à la carotte et avoine IG bas
You now have all the keys to prepare a delicious recipe of stuffed zucchinis with quinoa and vegetables. I hope you and your loved ones enjoy this explosion of healthy flavors. Feel free to leave comments to share your impressions and share this recipe with your friends. Bon appétit!
Courgettes Farcies au Quinoa et aux Légumes IG Bas
Une recette saine et délicieuse de courgettes farcies au quinoa et aux
légumes, parfaite pour les diabétiques. Facile à préparer, faible en
glucides et débordante de saveurs.
Ingredients
- 400 gr de courgettes
- 185 gr de quinoa cuit
- 120 gr de poivron (rouge et jaune)
- 100 gr d'oignon rouge, haché finement
- 75 gr tomates cerises, coupées en deux
- 50 gr de fromage feta émietté
- Assaisonnement : Sel, poivre, origan, basilic
Instructions
- Préchauffez le four à 180°C.
- Lavez soigneusement les courgettes et coupez-les en deux dans le sens de la longueur. Évidez-les légèrement pour créer un espace pour la farce.
- Dans une casserole, faites cuire le quinoa selon les instructions sur l'emballage. Réservez.
- Dans un bol, mélangez le quinoa cuit, les poivrons hachés, l'oignon rouge finement haché, les tomates cerises coupées en deux, et ajoutez les assaisonnements selon votre goût.
- Farcissez les moitiés de courgettes avec le mélange de quinoa et de légumes.
- Placez les courgettes farcies dans un plat allant au four.
- Faites cuire au four préchauffé pendant environ 25-30 minutes ou jusqu'à ce que les courgettes soient tendres.
- Garnissez de fromage feta émietté avant de servir.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 128Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 269mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 6g
Les informations nutritionnelles peuvent varier selon les produits et les marques choisis.