Ham Stuffed Zucchini

Ingredients

• 8 small zucchini
• 4 cups low-fat ham, chopped fine
• 2 eggs or egg substitute, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
• 1/4 cup low-fat Swiss cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon canola oil

Directions

1. With a sharp knife, cut off the ends of the zucchini and hollow out the inside, removing the pulp.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ham, eggs, basil, green pepper and cheese.
3. Pack 1/2 cup of this mixture into each zucchini, using fingers or a teaspoon.
4. Place the zucchini in a baking dish coated with a non-stick cooking spray.
5. Brush the stuffed zucchini with oil.
6. Bake in a preheated 325 degree F oven for 45 minutes. The zucchini will be fork-tender.

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

Calories: 190
Fat: 6.6 grams
Sodium: 29 miligrams
Protein: 7 grams
Carbohydrates: 9 grams

Diabetic Exchanges

3/4 Bread/Starch, 1 Medium-Fat Meat

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter