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Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Stuffed zucchini boats with savory ground beef and marinara. Tender zucchini halves are filled, topped with melted cheese and baked until bubbly. An easy, low-carb weeknight dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 385kcal
Author: Sula

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup marinara sauce plus additional ½ cup for topping
  • ½ a medium yellow onion chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3- 4 medium zucchini squash
  • ½ cup shredded cheese mozzarella or Italian blend

Instructions

  • To prep, cut zucchini in half lengthwise (cut off the stem end first) and scoop out the middle flesh and seeds. Salt lightly and let sit for a minimum of 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
    3- 4 medium zucchini squash
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. If desired, foil line a 9x13 baking dish (for easier cleanup).
  • Heat a skillet on medium to medium-high heat and add the ground beef and onion. Stir and cook, breaking up the beef, until no pink remains.
    1 pound ground beef, ½ a medium yellow onion
  • Add seasonings and 1 cup of the marinara sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer, let the mixture cook for 5 minutes.
    1 cup marinara sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Drain the zucchini shells and blot dry with a paper towel. Place in the baking dish cut side up.
  • Spoon the meat sauce evenly into the zucchini shells. If desired, spoon a little more marinara sauce over the top of each one.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
  • Remove baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the boats with the shredded cheese. Return to the oven for another 10 to 15 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted. Ready to serve right away.
    ½ cup shredded cheese

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 471mg | Potassium: 1038mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 756IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.