Freekeh-Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini, halved
• 250 g cooked freekeh
• 250 g chopped tomatoes
• 40 g toasted almonds
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 210°C. Scoop a shallow channel from each zucchini half and chop the removed flesh.

2. 2

   Brush shells with half the oil and roast cut-side up for 12 minutes.

3. 3

   Cook chopped zucchini with scallions in remaining oil for 4 minutes. Stir in tomato, paprika, and salt.

4. 4

   Combine with freekeh, parsley, and almonds and spoon into the shells.

5. 5

   Bake for 15 minutes more until the zucchini is tender and filling is hot.