Description
Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Ground Beef is a delicious and hearty dish that combines tender zucchini with a savory ground beef filling, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create boats. Drizzle the insides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place them cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Spoon the beef mixture evenly into the zucchini boats. Top each boat with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the zucchini boats cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped bell peppers or mushrooms with the beef mixture.
- You can also substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, replace the meat with cooked quinoa or lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 boat
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg