Tuna-Stuffed Zucchini

Name: Tuna-Stuffed Zucchini
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 stuffed zucchini halves
Ingredients: 3 zucchini, ends trimmed; 4 (3 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked; ¼ onion, grated; 1 tomato, finely chopped; 1 cup dry bread crumbs; 1 egg, beaten; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Rating: 3.78 stars

27 Ratings
22 Reviews
12 Photos

Easy and fairly quick to make. Tuna and zucchini go great together!

By G.R.

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Recipe Summary

prep:

25 mins

cook:

25 mins

total:

50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 stuffed zucchini halves

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 6 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

3 zucchini, ends trimmed
4 (3 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
¼ onion, grated
1 tomato, finely chopped (Optional)
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with salted water, place the zucchini into the pot, and boil over medium heat for about 5 minutes to soften. Remove the zucchini, slice in half lengthwise, and allow to cool.

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Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 3

Scoop out the flesh from the zucchini halves, leaving a 1/2-inch shell. Set aside the scooped out flesh in a bowl.
Step 4

Place the zucchini flesh into a bowl and mash well. Mix in the tuna, onion, tomato, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and black pepper. Lightly stuff the zucchini shells with the tuna mixture. Drizzle about 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil over each stuffed zucchini half.
Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until the tops are slightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

193 calories; protein 19.4g 39% DV; carbohydrates 18.2g 6% DV; fat 4.7g 7% DV; cholesterol 48mg 16% DV; sodium 209.1mg 8% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (22)

Most helpful positive review

SCOTTGIRLS

11/04/2010

Tried making it with 1 large zucchini. To anyone that does that in the future...skin the zucchini before stuffing and baking it!:) Once the skin was off it was delicious! Read More

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(18)

Most helpful critical review

Sushiroll

09/02/2011

Meh. The whole thing sounded bland so in addition to the optional tomato I added 1 big clove garlic a few dashes each of parsley marjoram and Tabasco. I pulsed everything in the food processor to make it easier and it turned out fine. Rather than drizzling with olive oil I sprinkled the tops with panko before baking. I also sprinkled on a little grated parmesan during the last 10 minutes. It STILL wasn't very flavorful and the whole thing had a funny metallic taste to it despite using a good brand of tuna. I won't be making it again. Read More

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27 Ratings

5 star values: 8
4 star values: 10
3 star values: 4
2 star values: 5
1 star values: 0

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SCOTTGIRLS

11/04/2010

Tried making it with 1 large zucchini. To anyone that does that in the future...skin the zucchini before stuffing and baking it!:) Once the skin was off it was delicious! Read More

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(18)

MrsSKS

11/22/2010

I made this for me and my fiancee and we LOVED IT. It was so different but it turned out great. Read More

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RUTHIE923

10/18/2010

This was pretty tasty & easy. I pureed the zucchini flesh in a food processor -- easier than mashing I think. Also, I used quinoa instead of flour, then added a little almond flour because the filling seemed too thin. The texture was great. Great way to use zucchini as a main dish. It was a little bland- I think I undersalted it. Improved with more salt & a little hot sauce on the side! Read More

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Kasi

09/21/2010

Was Surprisingly quick and easy baking took the longest and i has it all cleaned up before i even put it in. And Tuna and zuchini definatly tasted alot better than i thought it would woohoo! Read More

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Sushiroll

09/01/2011

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CaperWest

04/03/2012

We liked this -- quick and easy with a "comfort food" feel. I added 1 tsp chili powder for flavor. Read More

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Lacey

05/26/2011

I did not like this recipe at all. Oh well. Read More

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dougmcp

08/27/2014

This was both healthy and filling but as others had said lacked any substantial flavor. I added plenty of salt and pepper topped it with panko and Parmesan even then my wife said this recipe was not a keeper. Tuna is generally bland to start with so adding additional flavor is difficult. I previously did a similar recipe zucchini with the spicy Italian sausage which was a hit and I would use that one if given a choice. Read More

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Amanda2320

01/04/2014

These were so great! I grew up eating tuna as a kid so finding new ways to use it other than the good ol' tuna sandwich is always helpful. These were very easy to make and very tasty not to mention a healthier twist to dinner. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Tuna-Stuffed Zucchini

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 192.5

% Daily Value *

protein: 39 %

carbohydrates: 6 %

dietary fiber: 9 %

sugars:

fat: 7 %

saturated fat: 5 %

cholesterol: 16 %

vitamin a iu: 10 %

niacin equivalents: 100 %

vitamin b6: 30 %

vitamin c: 34 %

folate: 15 %

calcium: 6 %

iron: 13 %

magnesium: 16 %

potassium: 14 %

sodium: 8 %

thiamin: 25 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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SCOTTGIRLS

11/04/2010

Tried making it with 1 large zucchini. To anyone that does that in the future...skin the zucchini before stuffing and baking it!:) Once the skin was off it was delicious!

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MrsSKS

11/22/2010

I made this for me and my fiancee and we LOVED IT. It was so different but it turned out great.

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(13)

RUTHIE923

10/18/2010

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Kasi

09/21/2010

Was Surprisingly quick and easy baking took the longest and i has it all cleaned up before i even put it in. And Tuna and zuchini definatly tasted alot better than i thought it would woohoo!

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(8)

Sushiroll