Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice
Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice features tender baby squash packed with a warmly spiced lamb and basmati rice mixture, simmered in a tangy tomato sauce brightened with lemon and mint. Each bite balances savory meat, aromatic rice, and gentle acidity for a comforting yet fresh profile. Serve for a cozy family dinner or a special weekend meal alongside yogurt and warm flatbread.
- Prep15 hrs
- Cook21 hrs
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 57
- Heart Health
- 75
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine the ground lamb, basmati rice, 2 tablespoons tomato puree, 1/2 teaspoon mint, salt, and pepper; mix thoroughly and set aside.
- 2
Trim the ends from the zucchinis and hollow out the centers with an apple corer. Fill with the lamb mixture.
- 3
Mix the remaining tomato puree with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large skillet. Set the stuffed zucchini in the sauce, then add enough water to cover the zucchini. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the garlic, lemon juice, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon mint. Cover again and simmer for an additional 15 minutes. For serving, slice the zucchini crosswise into rounds and arrange on a serving plate, then spoon the sauce over the top.
- Calories 212.82 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 10.16 g Good Source 20%
- Carbohydrate 29.39 g 11%
- Total Fat 6.88 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 3.09 g Moderate 15%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 20.13 mg Moderate 7%
- Sodium 78.41 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 4.92 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 9.5 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 43.46 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.76 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 884.24 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 24.0 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 12.04 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Levantine Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice is made with 9 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 36 hrs and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Black Pepper, Dried Mint, and Ground Lamb. Each serving provides about 212.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Black Pepper, Dried Mint, Ground Lamb, Lemon Juice. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice?
- About 36 hrs in total: 15 hrs to prepare and 21 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 212.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice healthy?
- Levantine-Style Zucchini Filled with Lamb and Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 212.82 calories and 10.16 g of protein, or 20% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 3.09 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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