To make this dish, you’ll need small onions, zucchini, butter, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs. Begin by peeling the onions and trimming the root end. Cut off the top of the onion (opposite end of root) and scoop out the center, leaving about 1/8 inch of the onion shell intact. Reserve the scooped-out onion pieces for future use.
Next, wash and chop the zucchini into small pieces. Melt the butter in a pan over medium-low heat, then add the zucchini and sauté for about 10 minutes until they are soft and tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then transfer the zucchini mixture to a food processor and blend until you have a smooth purée.
Using a spoon, fill the onion shells with the zucchini purée. Top each onion with a sprinkle of breadcrumbs and place them in a baking dish. Drizzle the stuffed onions with another tablespoon of melted butter and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 30-35 minutes, or until the onions are tender, and the tops are golden brown.
These stuffed onions make for a beautiful side dish at a dinner party or a fancy date night in. They can even be served as an appetizer at a fancy gathering. The best part is that this dish is easy to make, and you can prepare the onions and zucchini filling in advance and bake them when you’re ready to serve.
If you’re looking to bring out the flavors of this dish, try pairing it with a light and bubbly wine like Prosecco or a dry white wine. The sweetness of the onions works well with the acidity of the wine, and the bubbles add a fun and celebratory touch to the meal.
Small onions filled with zucchini purée are a dish that people will be talking about long after the meal is over. It’s a unique and unexpected way to present two simple and budget-friendly ingredients and create something truly special. Whether you serve them as a side dish or as an appetizer, these onions are sure to impress your family and guests and keep them coming back for more!