Description
These stuffed zucchini boats are a comforting and healthy dinner option filled with savory ground meat, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor in every bite while staying light and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini
- 250 g ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Slice zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the centers.
- Brush zucchini with olive oil and season with salt.
- Sauté onion in olive oil until soft.
- Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Add chopped zucchini flesh and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fill zucchini boats with the mixture.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Place in baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter option, use ground turkey or chicken. Add chili flakes for a spicy kick. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg