Description
Stuffed zucchini boats are a delightful and healthy dish that transforms tender zucchini into a flavor-packed meal. Each hollowed-out boat is filled with a savory mixture of lean ground meat, aromatic herbs, and melted cheese, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With vibrant colors and satisfying textures, these stuffed zucchinis are sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (6–8 inches long)
- 1 cup lean ground turkey or beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Set aside the flesh for later use.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add ground turkey or beef, cooking until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, reserved zucchini flesh, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Fill each zucchini half with the meat mixture and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the zucchinis are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini half (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg