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Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Quick and easy, healthy dinner! Zucchini boats filled with an Italian meat mixture and topped with shredded cheese.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 609 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 lb mild Italian sausage casings removed
  • ½ c onion finely diced
  • 2 tsp minced garlic 
  • ½ tsp dried Italian seasonings
  • 1 ½ c. marinara sauce
  • ¾ c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large sheet pan with edges with aluminum foil for easy clean up.
  2. Trim off the ends of the zucchini then cut the zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop the flesh out of the zucchini with a spoon. Place zucchini halves on a baking sheet and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan of medium high heat. Add the sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking up meat with a spatula.
  4. Add the onion and cook for an additional 4 minutes or until the onion is translucent and soft. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  5. Pour marinara sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer.
  6. Spoon the meat mixture into the zucchini shells and top with shredded cheese.
  7. Place zucchini in a preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted and golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Short on time? You can make the filling ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator. When it’s time for dinner just prep the zucchini, stuff them, and bake!
  • Love to Meal Prep? This is a great make-ahead meal. Prepare the boats as instructed and then let them cool. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to four days. Warm them up in the microwave for an easy lunch or dinner!
  • Variations: Swap the sausage for ground beef, pork, or turkey and increase the Italian seasoning to one teaspoon. You could also use shredded cooked chicken – just mix it with the sauce, add the seasonings, and then stuff the zucchini.

Nutrition Information

Calories 609kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 48g (74%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Cholesterol 121mg (40%) Sodium 1589mg (66%) Potassium 1170mg (33%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 1165IU (23%) Vitamin C 47mg (52%) Calcium 300mg (30%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 609

% Daily Value*

Calories 609kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 48g 74%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 1589mg 66%
Potassium 1170mg 25%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 1165IU 23%
Vitamin C 47mg 52%
Calcium 300mg 30%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.