Halal Lebanese Stuffed Zucchini (Koosa) with Rice

• 8-10 small zucchini, hollowed out
• 1 cup short-grain rice, rinsed
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint and parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp allspice, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, salt, black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp tomato paste, lemon juice

1. 1Mix rice with onion, herbs, spices, olive oil and half the tomatoes for filling.
2. 2Stuff zucchini loosely (rice expands).
3. 3Arrange in a pot. Mix remaining tomatoes, tomato paste, lemon juice, salt and water to cover zucchini halfway.
4. 4Simmer covered on low heat for 35-45 min until zucchini and rice are tender.

Nutrition values are estimates.