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Light vegetable dish with protein and calcium
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Zucchini boats with curd cheese (250 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 56 calories per 100 g. It contains 8 g of carbs, 18.5 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 280 mg of Phosphorus covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 250 g
140
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
8g
· 3% DV
Protein
18.5g
· 37% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 51% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.55 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 195 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 125 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 112 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 250 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 196 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 400 g | 224 kcal |
Calculated from 56 calories per 100 g.
To make zucchini boats with curd cheese, halve the zucchini lengthwise, scoop out the centers, then fill the halves with curd cheese mixed with herbs and seasoning. Bake until the zucchini is tender and the filling is hot; add a little grated cheese on top if you want a browned finish.
No, you usually do not need to remove small, tender seeds when making zucchini boats with curd cheese. Scoop out the soft center to create room for the filling; if the zucchini is very large and seedy, remove the watery core so the boats hold their shape.
To keep zucchini boats with curd cheese from getting watery, avoid over-scooping the flesh and squeeze excess liquid from the scooped centers before adding them to the filling. Drain wet curd cheese, and leave space between the boats on the baking tray so moisture can escape.
Yes, zucchini boats with curd cheese can be cooked on a covered grill over moderate indirect heat. Set them in a grill-safe dish so the filling stays in place, and cook until the zucchini is tender; direct high heat can char the shells before the center is hot.
Dill, parsley, mint, and chives all pair well with zucchini boats with curd cheese. Dill and parsley give the filling a fresh, familiar flavor, while a little mint or lemon zest makes it brighter without overpowering the mild curd cheese.
Yes, zucchini boats with curd cheese can be made without eggs. The filling may be softer, but it will hold well if the curd cheese is drained and the boats are baked in a snug dish; chopped herbs or a small amount of grated cheese can add texture.
No, peeling zucchini is unnecessary for zucchini boats with curd cheese. The skin helps the halves keep their shape as they bake, and it is tender enough to eat when cooked; simply wash the zucchini well and trim the ends.
Yes, you can assemble zucchini boats with curd cheese ahead of baking and keep them covered in the refrigerator. For the best texture, bake them the same day; if liquid collects in the dish before cooking, pour it off before putting the boats in the oven.
Reheat zucchini boats with curd cheese in a covered oven-safe dish until the center is hot, uncovering them near the end if you want the top to brown again. A microwave works for a quick portion, but it can make the zucchini softer.
Serve zucchini boats with curd cheese with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or a simple grain such as rice or bulgur. A spoonful of plain yogurt also complements the mild filling and makes the dish feel more substantial.
Vitamins
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
Vitamin C
26mg · 29% DV
B6
0.33mg · 19% DV
Folate
62.5µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
280mg · 40% DV
Calcium
255mg · 26% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
588mg · 17% DV
Sodium
195mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Zucchini boats with curd cheese are a home-style dish made by halving zucchini, scooping out some of the centre, filling the halves with curd cheese and baking them. The filling may be seasoned with herbs or spices, and recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen; it is a familiar Turkish-style preparation rather than a single fixed regional recipe.
The zucchini turns tender while the cheese filling stays soft and lightly crumbly. Serve them warm as a light lunch or supper, or as a vegetable side with salad. They offer protein without making the dish heavy: each 100 g contains 7.4 g of protein. For a fresh, balanced plate, pair them with leafy greens.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.