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Turkey & Brown Rice Stuffed Courgettes

By the Healthy Plate team

Healthy Stuffed Courgettes

Stuffed vegetables are among our tastiest dishes — swap red meat for turkey and white rice for brown, and it becomes 100% healthy.

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Healthy swaps

  • Turkey instead of red meat: 50% less fat
  • Brown rice: 3× more fibre
  • No frying: cooked in tomato sauce

Healthy Stuffed Courgettes

20 minPrep
45 minCook
4Servings
310kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 medium courgettes
  • 300 g minced turkey
  • 1/2 cup soaked brown rice
  • 1 onion, diced
  • Lemon juice + mixed spices
  • 2 cups tomato sauce

Method

  1. Hollow out the courgettes.
  2. Mix turkey mince with rice, onion and spices.
  3. Stuff the courgettes and line them in a pot.
  4. Pour tomato sauce and lemon juice over; cook 45 minutes.
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Tip

Don't hollow too thin — leave 1 cm so they don't break during cooking.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use aubergine instead of courgette?

Yes! Hollow out the aubergine the same way and add 10 minutes to the cooking time.

How many servings?

4 servings as a main course with salad or bread.

Can I freeze them?

Yes, once cooked they freeze for 2 months. Reheat covered in the oven for 20 minutes.

⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.