Round stuffed zucchinis cooked in the air fryer: easy, quick and super tasty

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Today I made round stuffed zucchinis. A very simple but very tasty dish. Round stuffed zucchinis are perfect for a quick, light lunch or dinner. I cooked them in the air fryer, but you can also bake them in the oven or fry them in a pan — they’re delicious either way. They can be enjoyed hot or cold, so you can prepare them the day before, and I’ll tell you, they’re even better then.

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  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Budget-friendly
  • Preparation time: 30 Minutes
  • Cooking time: 20 Minutes
  • Portions: 4 Servings
  • Cooking methods: Steaming, Air frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: Spring

Ingredients

  • 4 round zucchinis
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 oz tuna in oil
  • 2 tbsp grated cheese
  • 1 pinch oregano
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 pinch garlic powder
  • to taste oil and salt
  • 3.5 oz melting cheese (mozzarella)

Tools

  • 1 Steamer for microwave
  • 1 Bowl
  • 1 Air fryer
  • 1 Fork

Steps

  • Wash the zucchinis and steam them for about 10 minutes.

    ROUND STUFFED ZUCCHINI COOKED IN THE AIR FRYER
  • Cut off the tops and scoop out the zucchinis. Set aside the flesh.

    ROUND STUFFED ZUCCHINI COOKED IN THE AIR FRYER
  • In a bowl mix the eggs with the tuna, grated cheese, spices and the zucchini flesh.

    STUFFING MIX FOR ZUCCHINI
  • Season with salt and fill the zucchini shells with the mixture.

    FILLING THE ZUCCHINI SHELLS
  • Place a cube of cheese in the center of each zucchini.

    PLACE A PIECE OF CHEESE IN EACH ZUCCHINI
  • Close each zucchini with its top and place them in the air fryer basket. Spray a little oil and cook for about 20 minutes at 374°F. If needed, extend the cooking time.

    CLOSE THE ZUCCHINI AND COOK IN THE AIR FRYER
  • Delicious served hot or cold.

    ROUND STUFFED ZUCCHINI READY TO SERVE

📌Variations

• vegetarian: omit the tuna and add rice.

• with meat instead of tuna.

• with more cheeses.

ROUND STUFFED ZUCCHINI COOKED IN THE AIR FRYER

Try them and let me know how it went.

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Cucinando e pasticciando

Hello, my name is Daniela and I am 47 years old. One of my greatest passions is cooking; I love eating and I love cooking. Here you will find the recipes I serve at the table every day for my family, easy recipes explained step by step. If you want to follow me, I would be delighted❤️

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