Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats
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Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats
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These low-carb stuffed turkey taco zucchini boats are so easy, a fun twist on taco night!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium (32 ounces zucchinis, cut in half lengthwise)
- 1/2 cup mild salsa
- 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 small onion (minced)
- 2 tbsp bell pepper (minced)
- 4 oz can tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup reduced fat Mexican blend shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions or cilantro (for topping)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place 1/4 cup of salsa in the bottom of a large baking dish.
- Using a small spoon or melon baller, hollow out the center of the zucchini halves, leaving 1/4-inch thick shell on each half.
- Chop the scooped out flesh of the zucchini in small pieces and set aside 3/4 of a cup to add to the taco filling, (squeeze excess water with a paper towel) discarding the rest or save to use in another recipe.
- Drop zucchini halves in boiling water and cook 1 minute. Remove from water.
- Brown turkey in a large skillet, breaking up while it cooks. When no longer pink add the spices and mix well.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, reserved zucchini, tomato sauce and water. Stir and cover, simmer on low for about 20 minutes.
- Using a spoon, fill the hollowed zucchini boats dividing the taco meat equally, about 1/3 cup in each, pressing firmly.
- Top each with 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese. Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes until cheese is melted and zucchini is cooked through.
- Top with scallions and serve with salsa on the side.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2halves
Calories
269kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
16.5g
(6%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
11.5g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
4.5g
(23%)
Cholesterol
87.5mg
(29%)
Sodium
764.5mg
(32%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2halves | |
| Calories | 269kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16.5g | 6% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 11.5g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5g | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 87.5mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 764.5mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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