Zucchini Boats: A Healthy and Delicious Dish

Zucchini Boats

 

If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, look no further than zucchini boats. This dish combines tender zucchini, savory ground meat, and a variety of spices, all baked to perfection. Here's how to make zucchini boats:

 

Ingredients: 

- 4 medium zucchini

- 1 lb ground beef or turkey

- 1/2 cup chopped onion

- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tsp salt

- 1/2 tsp black pepper

- 1/2 tsp dried oregano

- 1/2 tsp dried basil

- 1/2 tsp paprika

- 1/2 cup tomato sauce

- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

 

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.

2. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and pulp with a spoon, leaving a hollow cavity in each half.

3. In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned and cooked through.

4. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

5. Add the salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and paprika to the skillet and stir to combine.

6. Add the tomato sauce to the skillet and stir to combine.

7. Spoon the meat mixture into the hollowed-out zucchini halves, filling each one to the top.

8. Place the stuffed zucchini boats in a baking dish and cover with foil.

9. Bake the zucchini boats for 25 minutes.

10. Remove the foil from the baking dish and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the zucchini boats.

11. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

 

This zucchini boats recipe is perfect for a healthy and satisfying dinner. Here are some additional tips and ideas to help you make the most of this recipe:

 

- If you're looking to add more vegetables to your diet, try adding some chopped mushrooms or spinach to the meat mixture.

- You can also experiment with different types of cheese, such as cheddar or Parmesan, to give your zucchini boats a different flavor.

- If you're short on time, you can prepare the meat mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you're ready to assemble and bake the zucchini boats.

- Leftover zucchini boats can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

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