Mexican recipe

Calabacitas Rellenas

Name: Calabacitas Rellenas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 medium zucchinis; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup cooked quinoa; 1/2 cup corn kernels; 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 red bell pepper, diced; 1/2 small onion, diced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1/2 cup shredded cheese (such as Oaxaca or Monterey Jack); 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup vegetable broth; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; Salt and pepper, to taste; Sour cream or Greek yogurt; Sliced avocado; Lime wedges; Extra chopped cilantro

A traditional Mexican dish from Oaxaca featuring stuffed zucchini with a cheesy, flavorful filling—perfect for pescatarians.

Total time

1h 5m1 hr 5 min

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Serves

Main CourseOaxacanPescatarian

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

calories: 320kcal
protein: 14g
Carbs: 40g
fat: 12g

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