Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats
A delightful blend of roasted zucchini filled with savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and melted cheese, these Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 pound lean ground beef (85% or 90%)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar mix)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the center to form boats. Brush cut sides with olive oil and pre-bake for 5-7 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fill each zucchini half with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, consider using smoked paprika. Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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