Balkan Stuffed Zucchini with Beef Rice and Dill Yogurt πŸ₯’βœ¨

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Main Dishes Balkan May 29, 2026 25
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Description

Balkan Stuffed Zucchini with Beef Rice and Dill Yogurt is a cozy oven-baked main dish with tender zucchini boats, juicy beef and rice filling, tomato paprika sauce, garlic, herbs, and a cool dill yogurt finish. It feels rustic, homestyle, and satisfying, but still lighter than heavy casseroles.
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Tender zucchini, savory beef, soft rice, tomato sauce, paprika, garlic, and creamy dill yogurt make this Balkan main dish warm, bright, and full of comfort. 🍽️

Ingredients

Servings: 4 Γ—1
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  • Beef rice filling πŸ–
  • Tomato paprika sauce πŸ…

Preparation

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Total Time

⏱ Prep: 25 min
πŸ”₯ Cook/Bake: 1 h 3 min
πŸ›‹ Rest: 20 min
⏰ Total: 1 h 48 min

Nutritional Value

πŸ”₯ Calories: ~395 kcal per serving
πŸ’ͺ Protein: ~28 g
🍞 Carbohydrates: ~26 g
🧈 Fat: ~20 g
🌿 Fiber: ~5 g
πŸ”₯ 395 kcal πŸ’ͺ 28 g protein 🍞 26 g carbs 🧈 20 g fat 🌾 5 g fiber
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Advice

Do not over-scoop the zucchini boats; leave enough flesh around the edges so they stay juicy and hold their shape while baking.
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Why it works πŸ’‘
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The zucchini softens into the tomato paprika sauce, the rice absorbs the beef juices, and the cool dill yogurt balances the warmth of the filling with fresh acidity.
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For a richer tavern-style version, sprinkle 80 g grated kashkaval or mild yellow cheese (ΒΎ cup / 2.8 oz) over the zucchini during the final 12 min of baking.

Status

Tender zucchini boats, juicy beef rice filling, tomato paprika sauce, garlic, herbs, and cool dill yogurt make this Balkan main dish cozy, balanced, and deeply homemade. πŸ₯’βœ¨
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