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Cheesy Ricotta Zucchini

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
15 min
TOTAL TIME
30 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner
Cheesy Ricotta Zucchini
Ingredients
  • cooking spray
  • 2 zucchini, halved lengthwise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to a high temperature of 450 degrees Fahrenheit, or 230 degrees Celsius, for optimal results.
2
Next, take a moment to prepare your baking sheet by applying a thin layer of grease to it. This will ensure that the zucchini halves release easily once they're cooked.
3
Using a spoon, carefully remove the seeds from each zucchini half. Then, sprinkle both sides of the cut zucchinis with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper, using approximately half a teaspoon of each.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped basil leaves, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and the remaining half teaspoon of salt and pepper. Mix all these ingredients together until they're well combined.
5
Divide the cheese mixture evenly among the four zucchini halves, making sure each one is generously filled.
6
Place the stuffed zucchinis onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure they're aligned properly.
7
Bake the zucchini in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they're tender and the filling is starting to develop a golden brown color.