Stuffed Zucchini Boats
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Stuffed Zucchini Boats
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Stuffed zucchini boats are a delicious and healthy recipe perfect for dinner made from seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and cheese.
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Ingredients
- 4 large zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ cups Mexican-blend cheese, divided
- ½ cup chunky salsa
- chopped cilantro, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉ and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup, or spray a large baking dish with cooking spray.
- Prepare the zucchini boats by cutting off the stems and slicing the zucchini in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh and seeds. Set the prepared zucchini on the lined baking sheet.
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add in the garlic, ground beef, bell pepper, and taco seasoning. Break up the ground beef and stir to combine. Cook until all the meat has browned and is cooked through, about 8-10 minutes
- Stir in the black beans, corn, ½ cup of shredded cheese, and salsa. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the black beans and corn are warmed through and the cheese is melted.
- Assemble Mexican zucchini boats by scooping equal amounts of filling, about 3-4 tablespoons, into each zucchini. Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, until zucchini is soft and tender.
- Remove foil, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a different protein. You can easily substitute ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef.
- Make it vegetarian. You can make this recipe vegetarian by omitting the ground beef.
- Leftover filling? It makes a great filling for burritos, tacos, gorditas or even nachos!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
283kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
55mg
(18%)
Sodium
619mg
(26%)
Potassium
924mg
(26%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1095IU
(22%)
Vitamin C
51mg
(57%)
Calcium
197mg
(20%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 283kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 619mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 924mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1095IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 51mg | 57% |
| Calcium | 197mg | 20% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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