Zucchini Boats

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Halve the zucchini lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds.
2. 2
   Place skin side down in a glass baking dish and set aside.
3. 3
   In a small stock pot, bring the water and quinoa to a boil.
4. 4
   Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes until all water is absorbed.
5. 5
   Fluff with a fork.
6. 6
   Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and add the beans, tomatoes, almonds, garlic, mushrooms, peppers, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Stir until well combined.
8. 8
   Fill each zucchini half with the mixture, drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
9. 9
   Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes or until zucchini is fork tender.
10. 10
    Remove foil and continue to bake for an additional 5 minutes.
11. 11
    Recipe adapted from Real Simples Zucchini With Quinoa Stuffing.