Burrito Zucchini Boats
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
310 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Burrito Zucchini Boats
Description
Burrito Zucchini Boats use medium zucchinis, hollowed and baked until slightly softened before being filled with a savory filling. The filling combines sautéed ground beef, onion, garlic, and the scooped-out zucchini flesh with black beans, corn, and tomato sauce, seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika. This mixture thickens during cooking, developing a rich and balanced flavor.
Once stuffed, the zucchini halves are topped with shredded Monterey Jack cheese and baked further until the cheese melts and bubbles. This results in a dish that blends tender zucchini with a hearty, flavorful filling reminiscent of burrito ingredients, offering a satisfying balance of textures and spice.
These zucchini boats can be garnished with avocado, green onions, parsley, or cilantro to add freshness and contrast. This dish serves as a hearty main course that makes good use of vegetables combined with traditional burrito flavors.
The notes mention possible substitutions like yellow zucchini or different meats such as chicken or turkey, and variations in cheese types, indicating flexibility in ingredients.
Ingredients
- 3 Medium zucchini halved lengthwise
- 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 small onion Diced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 Lb ground beef
- ½ Tsp chili powder
- ½ Tsp cumin ground
- ¼ Tsp paprika
- ½ Cup black beans drained and rinsed
- ½ Cup corn fresh frozen or canned
- 1 Cup tomato sauce
- 1 Cup Monterey jack cheese shredded
- avocado chopped avocado, sliced green onions, fresh chopped parsley or cilantro, optional garnishes
- green onion
- parsley
- cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F.
- Using a small spoon, scoop out insides of the zucchini, then dice them and reserve for later.
- Place zucchini halves cut side up into the bottom of the large baking pan and lightly grease with olive oil; season with salt and pepper, then place into the oven and bake until zucchini softens 8-10 minutes.
- In a large nonstick pan, heat the remaining oil. Sauté the onion, for 3-4 minutes, then add in garlic and cook for one minute more, until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until it starts to brown, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Drain the fat if needed, then stir in the spices, together with the reserved zucchini flesh, beans, corn, and tomato sauce. Continue to simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stuff the zucchini boats with the burrito meat mixture, then top with shredded cheese. Return to the oven and continue to bake until cheese is bubbly about 10 more minutes. Top with garnishes of choice and enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional info is estimated and may vary based on product choices.
- You can substitute yellow or green zucchini, or use a mix of both.
- Ground chicken, turkey, or beef can be used as protein alternatives.
- Cheese choices include low fat, whole milk, or fat-free options depending on preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 378mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 745mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 665IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 22.3mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 179mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3.1mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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