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Stuffed Zucchini

Healthy Stuffed Zucchini Boats Bursting with Flavor

Delightful stuffed zucchini packed with protein, featuring savory meat and cheese, perfect for a healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Meat Beef, chicken, or turkey
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced, fresh or canned
  • 1 cup Cheeses Mozzarella and parmesan mix
  • 1 tbsp Italian Herbs Oregano and basil
Zucchini
  • 4 medium Zucchini Firm, fresh
Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash and slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh, leaving a quarter-inch outer layer.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add ground meat to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian herbs. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Spoon the meat mixture into the hollowed zucchinis and sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Arrange filled zucchini on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, prepare the filling a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Stuff the zucchinis just before baking.

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