Zucchine Ripiene Alla Siciliana (stuffed Zucchini Sicilian-style)

Zucchine Ripiene alla Siciliana is a classic Sicilian dish featuring stuffed zucchini with a flavorful filling of breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs. This dish is a perfect representation of the delicious and diverse Sicilian cuisine.

Vegetarian Main Course Sicilian Sicilian Cuisine Zucchini Recipe Stuffed Vegetables
Zucchine Ripiene Alla Siciliana (stuffed Zucchini Sicilian-style)

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchinis
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of flesh attached to the skin. Chop the scooped-out flesh and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, pecorino cheese, parsley, garlic, and the chopped zucchini flesh. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff the zucchini halves with the breadcrumb mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  5. Drizzle the stuffed zucchinis with olive oil and bake for 40 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender and the filling is golden brown.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking dish Knife Cutting board

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Zucchine Ripiene alla Siciliana with a side of fresh salad and a glass of Sicilian white wine for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add diced tomatoes or pine nuts to the filling for extra flavor and texture.

Cost

$10