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Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Beef

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delicious low-carb dish featuring zucchini filled with savory beef and cheese, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 4 medium zucchini (large zucchinis, halved and hollowed)
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Meat

  • 14 oz lean ground beef

Canned Goods

  • 14 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Oils & Fats

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Cheese

  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Spices & Herbs

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare zucchini boats and set aside.
  • Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper in olive oil until softened. Add chopped zucchini flesh and cook 3–4 minutes.
  • Add ground beef; cook until browned. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, herbs, salt, and pepper; simmer 5–7 minutes.
  • Fill zucchini boats with beef mixture, top with cheeses, and bake covered 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 5–10 minutes until bubbly.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For a richer flavor, let the beef mixture simmer longer before filling the zucchini.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef, Stuffed, Zucchini