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Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These low-carb stuffed turkey taco zucchini boats are so easy, a fun twist on taco night!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 269 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

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

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place 1/4 cup of salsa in the bottom of a large baking dish.
  3. Using a small spoon or melon baller, hollow out the center of the zucchini halves, leaving 1/4-inch thick shell on each half.
  4. 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.
  5. Drop zucchini halves in boiling water and cook 1 minute. Remove from water.
  6. Brown turkey in a large skillet, breaking up while it cooks. When no longer pink add the spices and mix well.
  7. Add the onion, bell pepper, reserved zucchini, tomato sauce and water. Stir and cover, simmer on low for about 20 minutes.
  8. Using a spoon, fill the hollowed zucchini boats dividing the taco meat equally, about 1/3 cup in each, pressing firmly.
  9. Top each with 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese. Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes until cheese is melted and zucchini is cooked through.
  10. Top with scallions and serve with salsa on the side.

Nutrition Information

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

% 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.