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Baked Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Baked Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats for a Delicious Dinner Delight

Baked Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a delightful, gluten-free dinner option that combines stuffed zucchini with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 2 medium Zucchini Use medium-sized zucchinis to create sturdy boats.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can be swapped for ground turkey.
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 medium Onion Use yellow or white for sweetness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced enhances savoriness.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable or canola oil if desired.
For Structure & Texture
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can use Pecorino Romano or omit.
For Saucy Goodness
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Marinara sauce is a great substitute.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano works as a vibrant alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Part-skim can reduce fat.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Substitute with basil for a different flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of the shell.
  3. Chop the reserved zucchini flesh into small pieces for the filling.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
  5. Add ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  6. Stir the chopped zucchini, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper into the beef mixture.
  7. Fill the zucchini halves with the mixture, pressing down to pack it in.
  8. Top each filled zucchini with mozzarella cheese.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until zucchinis are tender and cheese is bubbly.
  10. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These Baked Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini Boats can be prepped ahead of time for convenience. Customize fillings as desired.

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