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Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Ground Beef: A Tasty Delight!

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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Spoon the beef mixture evenly into the zucchini boats. Top each boat with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let the zucchini boats cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

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.

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