Zucchini Cups

Transform your garden-fresh zucchini into adorable, bite-sized delights with this easy and irresistible Zucchini Cups recipe! Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish, these savory cups feature hollowed-out zucchini rounds filled with a rich, cheesy mixture of parmesan, mozzarella, breadcrumbs, and chopped cherry tomatoes, all seasoned with garlic and fresh parsley. Baked to golden perfection, these low-carb, veggie-packed cups are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, offering a balance of textures and flavors that's sure to impress your family and guests. Ready in just under 45 minutes, these zucchini cups are a simple yet elegant way to showcase seasonal produce while adding a healthy twist to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cups cherry tomatoes, diced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.

Step 2

Wash the zucchinis and slice them into 1-2 inch thick rounds. Use a small spoon or melon baller to carefully scoop out the center of each zucchini round, leaving enough on the bottom to form a 'cup'.

Step 3

Brush the zucchini cups with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Place the cups in the prepared muffin tin.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, egg, grated parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, shredded mozzarella, parsley, and diced cherry tomatoes. Mix well until the filling is fully combined.

Step 5

Spoon the mixture into each zucchini cup, pressing lightly to ensure the filling is secure.

Step 6

Drizzle the filled zucchini cups with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is golden and the zucchini is tender.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the zucchini cups cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional parsley if desired before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	881.4 grams (881.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1103

Total Fat 63.60g	82%
Saturated Fat 22.20g	111%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 280mg	93%
Sodium 8755mg	381%
Total Carbohydrate 92.00g	33%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 47.10g
Protein 48.40g	97%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 1011mg	78%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 1592mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 32.5%