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Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

Savory Ground Beef Zucchini Boats for a Healthy Dinner Delight

Explore the delightful taste of Ground Beef Zucchini Boats, a healthy low-carb dinner option.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 2 medium Zucchini fresh
For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce low-sodium if desired
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 360°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash the zucchinis and slice them in half lengthwise, then scoop out the seeds and flesh.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the chopped onion for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes until browned.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and cook for 2 more minutes.
  6. Pour in the tomato sauce and simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes.
  7. Fill the zucchini halves with the beef mixture, leaving some space at the top.
  8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each filled zucchini.
  9. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until the zucchinis are tender and cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the baked zucchini boats to sit for a few minutes before serving for flavors to settle.

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