Cousa Mashi – Arabic Stuffed Zucchini

Cousa Mashi is a popular dish in Middle Eastern cuisine and is often served during special occasions and family gatherings.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Cousa Mashi – Arabic Stuffed Zucchini

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Arabic Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Zucchini
• 1 cup Rice
• 2 piece Tomatoes
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 bunch Parsley
• 1 bunch Mint
• 4 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 cup Water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cut off the tops of the zucchini and scoop out the flesh.
3. In a bowl, mix the rice, tomatoes, onion, garlic, parsley, mint, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Stuff the zucchini with the rice mixture.
5. Place the stuffed zucchini in a baking dish and pour water over them.
6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the zucchini are tender and the rice is cooked.
8. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
9. Enjoy your delicious Cousa Mashi!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 10g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.