Cooking Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Step 2
Slice the
Zucchini (1)
in half lengthwise. Remove the softer inside of the zucchini using a teaspoon.
Step 3
Pour the
Olive Oil (1 Tbsp)
in a small frying pan and add the
Tomato Paste (1 tsp)
.
Step 4
Place the pan over high heat. Once the paste starts to sizzle, add 3 tablespoons of water.
Step 5
Stir well and let the tomato paste reduce. Then take the pan off the heat and add the
Canned Black Beans (3 Tbsp)
, diced fresh
Green Bell Peppers (3 Tbsp)
, chopped
Cherry Tomatoes (2)
,
Corn Kernels (2 Tbsp)
,
Onions (2 Tbsp)
and
White Rice (3 Tbsp)
.
Step 6
Stir well and season with a pinch of the
Garlic Powder (to taste)
,
Ground Cumin (to taste)
,
Garam Masala (to taste)
,
Chili Powder (to taste)
and
Salt (to taste)
. Add the
Fresh Cilantro (3 Tbsp)
as well.
Step 7
Stir this mixture well and check the seasoning. Add extra spices to taste if necessary. Fill the zucchini with this mixture and sprinkle with the
Cheddar Cheese (1/4 cup)
.
Step 8
Place the zucchini on a baking tray and cover with tinfoil. Bake the zucchini in a preheated oven at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20 minutes.
Step 9
Then remove the tinfoil and bake the zucchini for 5 more minutes until the cheese has nicely melted. Remove the zucchini from the hot oven, serve and enjoy!
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