Mediterrian Grilled Zucchini Boats

Mediterrian Grilled Zucchini Boats

Recipe by GenevaWatsonCourse: SidesCuisine: MediterraneanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

7

minutes
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 zucchini, trimmed and halved lengthwise

  • 1/2 cup/ 75 g crumbled feta cheese,

  • 6 oz. cherry tomatoes, sliced in halves

  • 3 green onions (both white and green parts), ends trimmed, chopped

  • 6 to 10 fresh mint leaves, chopped

  • Large handful fresh parsley, chopped

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • Splash lemon juice

  • Dried oregano

  • Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  • Lightly brush grate with oil and preheat grill to medium-low.
  • Brush zucchini generously with extra virgin olive oil on both sides. Season with salt, freshly ground pepper, and oregano.
  • Place zucchini, flesh-side down, on preheated grill, and grill for 3-5 minutes, until soft and nicely charred. Flip over and grill for another 3 to 5 minutes, until tender and.
  • Remove zucchini from heat and let cool enough to handle. Scoop out flesh into a small bowl; using a small spoon. Squeeze all liquid out.
  • Add zucchini flesh to a mixing bowl. Stir in cherry tomatoes, green onions, feta, mint, parsley, lemon zest, and small splash of lemon juice to combine.
  • Sprinkle a little more oregano, if preferred. Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Mix well.
  • Spoon filling mixture into zucchini boats. Arrange on a serving platter.
  • Enjoy!
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