Salvadoran Style Stuffed Zucchini (Calabacitas Rellenas al Estilo Salvadoreño)
Calabacitas Rellenas al Estilo Salvadoreño, or Salvadoran Style Stuffed Zucchini, is a delicious and traditional dish from El Salvador. This recipe combines the flavors of Central American cuisine with the freshness of zucchini, creating a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create a hollow center.
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the hollowed-out zucchinis with the chicken and rice mixture.
- Place the stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the zucchinis are tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Baking dish Knife Cutting board Bowl
Tools
Oven Baking sheet
Serving suggestions
Serve the Calabacitas Rellenas al Estilo Salvadoreño with a side of Salvadoran curtido (cabbage slaw) and rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with cooked black beans and the mozzarella cheese with a dairy-free alternative.
Cost
$12