Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini

A Middle Eastern recipe for stuffed summer squashes. You can also use long thin eggplants.

Step: 1

Mix together the ground lamb, basmati rice, 2 tablespoons tomato puree, 1/2 teaspoon mint, salt, and pepper; mix well, and set aside.

Step: 2

Slice the ends off of the zucchinis and hollow out the centers using an apple corer. Stuff with lamb mixture.

Step: 3

Stir together the remaining tomato puree with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large skillet. Place the stuffed zucchini into the sauce, and add enough water to cover the zucchini. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

Step: 4

Stir in the garlic, lemon juice, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of mint. Recover, and simmer an additional 15 minutes. To serve, cut the zucchini crosswise into rounds and arrange on a serving plate. Spoon sauce over the top.

Per Serving: 183 calories; protein 10.6g; carbohydrates 28.7g; fat 4.7g; cholesterol 19mg; sodium 1119.3mg.

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