Description
These 30-Min Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are a healthy and delicious meal option that combines savory ground beef with fresh zucchini, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for a few minutes.
- While the filling simmers, prepare the zucchini boats by hollowing out the centers of the halved zucchinis.
- Spoon the beef mixture into each zucchini half, then top with shredded cheese.
- Place the filled zucchini boats on a baking sheet and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite vegetables or spices. You can also substitute the ground beef with turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed zucchini halves
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Ground Beef Zucchini Boats, Healthy Zucchini Recipe, Quick Dinner Ideas, Easy Ground Beef Recipes, Low-Carb Dinners