Spicy Zucchini Taco Boats

Name: Spicy Zucchini Taco Boats
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 boats
Ingredients: 4 med/lg. zucchini, cut in half lengthwise and seeded; 2 cups spicy salsa (or salsa of choice); 1 lb. lean ground turkey; 1 oz. taco seasoning packet (1 packet); 1 tsp. garlic powder; 1/2 tsp. cumin; 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. paprika; 1/2 small white or yellow onion, minced; 1 large red bell pepper, diced; 8 oz. can tomato sauce (unsalted); 1 small Jalapeño; 1 tsp. red pepper chili flakes; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup shredded cheese (I like a cheddar and jack); 1 medium avocado, cubed; 1/4 cup chopped scallions for topping; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes; Parsley for Garnish

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Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
8 boats
Calories
389 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican

Spicy Zucchini Taco Boats

Ulric Williams

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These zucchini taco boats are stuffed with a spicy ground turkey taco filling. Top your taco boats with diced avocado, cheese, and tomatoes!

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Ingredients

Servings

4 med/lg. zucchini, cut in half lengthwise and seeded
2 cups spicy salsa (or salsa of choice)
1 lb. lean ground turkey
1 oz. taco seasoning packet (1 packet)
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 small white or yellow onion, minced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
8 oz. can tomato sauce (unsalted)
1 small Jalapeño
1 tsp. red pepper chili flakes
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup shredded cheese (I like a cheddar and jack)

Toppings (Optional)

1 medium avocado, cubed
1/4 cup chopped scallions for topping
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
Parsley for Garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400° F. Place 1 cup of spicy salsa on the bottom of a large 9x13 inch baking dish.
Blanch the zucchini halves. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Place the zucchini halves (seeds removed) in the boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Drain and set halves in the prepared baking dish.
Cook the ground turkey over medium heat in a large skillet, breaking it up up while it cooks. If sticking to pan, add in 1-2 Tbsp. olive oil. When meat is almost fully cooked add the taco seasoning, spices, onion, jalapeño, bell pepper, salsa, tomato sauce and water and mix well. Let this come to a simmer and cook 2-3 minutes more.
Using a spoon, fill the hollowed zucchini boats with the meat, dividing the taco meat equally. Sprinkle cheese on top. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes or until zucchini is cooked through. Top with avocado, tomatoes, parsley or any other fixings you like!

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Notes

Prep this dish in advance! Assemble your zucchini boats earlier in the day, then store them covered in the fridge until you’re ready to bake them! Easy peasy.