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“Delightful Lebanese Paleo Brunch: Zucchini-Stuffed Tomatoes with Spiced Almond Hummus & Cucumber Salad”

This delectable and mouthwatering Lebanese Paleo brunch features zucchini-stuffed tomatoes, spiced almond hummus, and a refreshing cucumber salad. Discover the perfect recipe for your next Mediterranean feast with this advanced-level dish that is gluten-free and perfect for those following the Paleo diet.

🕒 Prep: 30 minutes - Cook: 20 minutes - Total: 50 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Lebanese, Paleo

Allergens

Nuts (Almond)

Ingredients

  • 1. 6 large beefsteak tomatoes 2. 4 medium zucchini, grated 3. 2 cups almond flour 4. 4 cloves garlic, minced 5. 1/4 cup olive oil 6. 1 tablespoon ground cumin 7. 1 teaspoon ground coriander 8. Salt and black pepper, to taste 9. 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 10. 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint 11. 3 cups thinly sliced cucumber 12. 1/4 cup lemon juice 13. 1/4 cup extra
  • virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the tops off of the tomatoes and scoop out the insides, leaving a thin shell. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine the grated zucchini, almond flour, garlic, 1/4 cup olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the zucchini stuffing.
  3. Stuff each tomato shell with the zucchini mixture and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and bake for 20 minutes or until tender.
  4. In another bowl, combine the parsley, mint, cucumber, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the cucumber salad. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  5. To serve, place a stuffed tomato on each plate, alongside a generous scoop of spiced almond hummus. Garnish with a dollop of cucumber salad.

Chef’s Insight

To enhance the flavors, consider adding feta cheese or grilled chicken to the dish.

Notes

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Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by traditional Lebanese cuisine, which uses plenty of vegetables, herbs, and spices for flavorful dishes.