Servings: 4
Stuffed Zucchini
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
These Easy Stuffed Zucchini Boats are quick and simple to make and perfect for a healthier lunch or dinner. Low Carb and Keto friendly, they are perfect for meal planning. Kid friendly
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini — cut in half lengthwise, flesh scooped out ( leave a shell about 1/4 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper to taste to season the zucchini
- 1/2 small onion — chopped
- 1 small carrot diced
- 2 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1 garlic clove — pressed
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 oz ground beef or a mix of ground beef and pork
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp dried basil — optional
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tap black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
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Chop the zucchini flesh into small pieces.
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Preheat oven to 400F (if using an Air Frier, preheat to 400F for 5 minutes right before ready to add the stuffed zucchini).
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Cook the filling: Cook the ground beed with 1 tbsp of oil for 4-5 minutes, breaking it into pieces, until no longer pink.
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Transfer to a plate. Add 1 tbsp of oil to the pan and add the onion, zucchini flesh, carrot and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
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Combine the cooked ground meat, tomato sauce and cooked vegetables. Add the salt, pepper, thyme and basil.
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Season zucchini with salt and pepper on the inside, brush with oil.
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Divide the filling between the 4 boats.
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Cook for 20 minutes, adding the cheese after 10 minutes. Serve warm.
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Keep in an air tight container for up to 4 days.
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
stuffed zucchini boats