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Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

Savory Ground Beef Zucchini Boats That Bring Family Together

A healthy and satisfying twist on traditional stuffed peppers using ground beef and zucchini.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ground Beef Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Lean ground beef preferred
  • 4 medium Zucchini Hollowed out to create boats
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Canned or fresh
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Onions Adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor
  • Herbs Choose your favorite for added flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash and slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise, scooping out the center flesh.
  2. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs.
  3. Add diced tomatoes and chopped onions to the skillet, stir, and simmer for 4 minutes until onions are tender.
  4. Spoon the beef mixture into the zucchini halves, packing it down gently. Top with shredded cheese if desired.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until zucchinis are tender and cheese is golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze individually wrapped zucchini boats for up to 3 months.

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