Levantine

Saffron and Orange Levantine Stuffed Zucchini with Rice and Herbs

Name: Saffron and Orange Levantine Stuffed Zucchini with Rice and Herbs
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Levantine
Ingredients: 2 zucchinis; 1 cup cooked rice; 1/2 onion, diced; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads; 1 tablespoon orange zest

Luxurious and aromatic with a citrusy lift.

32 minutes2 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Insert_before 1: Soak saffron in a little warm water, then mix into the rice. Insert_before 2: Stir orange zest into the rice mixture before filling the zucchini.
Cut zucchinis in half, scoop out centers and set aside.
Mix rice, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
Fill zucchini with mixture, place in baking dish, and bake for 25 minutes.

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