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Memorial Day Grilled Zucchini Pizza Boats with Pepperoni

Delicious grilled zucchini boats filled with marinara sauce, cheese, and pepperoni, perfect for a summer barbecue.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Zucchini Boats
  • 4 medium zucchini halved lengthwise
  • 1 cup marinara sauce for filling
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup pepperoni sliced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare Zucchini
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the flesh to create a boat.
  3. Brush the zucchini halves with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Fill Zucchini Boats
  1. Spread marinara sauce evenly inside each zucchini half.
  2. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices.
Grill
  1. Place the filled zucchini boats on the grill and close the lid.
  2. Grill for about 10-15 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
  1. Remove from the grill and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Enjoy your grilled zucchini pizza boats warm.

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite pizza ingredients.