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Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

Delicious Ground Beef Zucchini Boats Packed with Flavor

These Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are a hearty, low-carb dish packed with flavor and healthy veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 4 medium zucchini sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 lb ground beef you can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 onion diced, yellow or white
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced, any color
  • 1 cup tomato sauce spicy variety is recommended
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1 tsp pepper freshly cracked
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheese mozzarella or cheddar
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil or parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes adjust based on heat preference

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Spoons
  • knives

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ground Beef Zucchini Boats
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create space for the filling.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, diced onions, and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  4. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart and seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned.
  5. Stir in diced bell peppers and tomato sauce, simmer for another 3-4 minutes until peppers soften.
  6. Spoon the beef and vegetable mixture into the hollowed zucchini halves.
  7. Bake the filled zucchini boats in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the tops and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
  9. Remove from the oven, garnish with basil or parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Try pairing these boats with a refreshing salad or other quick sides for a complete meal.

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