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Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Cheesy baked zucchini boats stuffed with ground beef tacos and topped with fresh sliced jalapeños!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 330 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 3 zucchinis
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 cup green chile enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sliced Jalapenos for garnish
  • Optional Toppings: sour cream diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise. Using a spoon or melon baller, hollow out the center of each zucchini half, creating a boat-like cavity. Reserve the scooped-out zucchini flesh for another use or add it to the filling.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat. Add the taco seasoning and stir to coat the meat evenly.
  4. Pour 1/4 cup green chile sauce in the bottom of casserole dish to prevent zucchini from sticking to bottom of pan.
  5. Stir in additional green chile enchilada sauce and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
  6. Fill each zucchini boat with the taco meat mixture, dividing it evenly among the boats.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of each zucchini boat, covering the meat mixture.
  8. Place the stuffed zucchini boats on a baking sheet or in a baking dish. Transfer them to the preheated oven.
  9. Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
  10. Once cooked, remove the zucchini boats from the oven. Garnish with sliced jalapenos and any other desired toppings, such as sour cream, diced tomatoes, or chopped cilantro.
  11. Serve the Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats hot as a main dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 330kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 87mg (29%) Sodium 526mg (22%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 330

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 330kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g 53%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 87mg 29%
Sodium 526mg 22%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%

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