Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Courgettes

Tender roasted courgettes are filled with Mediterranean-Style Veg & Giant Couscous and topped with crisp herby breadcrumbs for a simple, flavour-packed meal. Finished with fresh parsley and flaked almonds, they're perfect for an easy lunch or light supper.


Written by Merchant Gourmet
Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Courgettes
Ingredients
  • 2 large courgettes
  • 1 pouch Merchant Gourmet Frozen Mediterranean-Style Veg & Giant Couscous
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1 slice bread
  • Handful fresh parsley, plus extra to serve
  • Flaked almonds, to serve
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Cut the courgettes in half lengthways and carefully scoop out a little of the flesh with a teaspoon.
  3. Rub with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper, and place cut-side up on a lined baking tray.
  4. Divide the Merchant Gourmet Frozen Mediterranean-Style Veg & Giant Couscous between the courgette halves, pressing in as much filling as possible.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, place the bread and parsley into a food processor and blitz into fine breadcrumbs.
  7. Add a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of seasoning, then pulse briefly until coated.
  8. Remove the courgettes from the oven and scatter the breadcrumb mixture over the top.
  9. Return to the oven for a further 15 minutes, until the courgettes are tender and the topping is crisp and golden.
  10. Transfer to serving plates and finish with extra parsley and flaked almonds.

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