Description
These Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy a comforting meal. Tender zucchini halves are filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, onions, and cheese, then baked to perfection. This simple recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying weekend meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Boats:
- 4 medium zucchinis, halved lengthwise and scooped out
Beef Filling:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mozzarella, cheddar, or parmesan)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Zucchini – Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice zucchinis in half lengthwise, scoop out the center, brush with olive oil, and pre-bake for 5-7 minutes.
- Step 2: Cook the Beef Filling – Sauté onion and garlic, then brown ground beef. Add tomato sauce, seasonings, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Assemble & Bake – Fill zucchini boats with beef mixture, top with cheese, and bake for 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Serve & Enjoy – Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot with sides.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite herbs and spices.
- These zucchini boats can be a complete meal on their own or served with a side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Zucchini boats, Ground beef, Healthy dinner, Baked zucchini, Easy recipe
