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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the seeds using a spoon. Put the halves flesh side up, as well as the innards, on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano and bake for 40-50 minutes until fork tender and beginning to char.

To a medium-sized pot add 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of liquid (I like chicken broth). Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer for 15 minutes (or until the liquid is absorbed). Meanwhile, chop the vegetables for the quinoa salad into ½-inch dices.

Make the herb sauce: combine all the ingredients (besides the oil) into a food processor and pulse. Stream in the olive oil until smooth. Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly. 

In a large bowl combine the cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, feta, and enough sauce to coat (reserving at least 2 tbsp). Set aside.

To make the yogurt sauce: combine 2-3 tbsp of the vinaigrette with 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, feta, salt, and pepper. 

To prepare: Stuff the quinoa salad mix into each of the cooked zucchini halves. Dollop the yogurt sauce on top of each zucchini boat and enjoy!

Party Tip:

• This yogurt dip is a great healthy dip to bring to a party or cookout. Serve with carrots, cucumber, peppers, and fresh pita.
• Make the quinoa salad on its own to bring as a side to any party. Keeps in the fridge for 5+ days.

Kid-Friendly Tip:

After baking the zucchini, stuff them with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella