Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe
The Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe brings together fresh vegetables and savory fillings in one perfect dish.
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- Spoon for scooping
- Large skillet
- Baking Dish
- Measuring Cups
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs basil, oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Wash and dry zucchini thoroughly.
- Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out flesh with spoon carefully.
- Brush zucchini boats with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat skillet over medium heat.
- Cook ground turkey until browned.
- Add onion and garlic to pan.
- Cook until onion becomes translucent.
- Stir in marinara sauce and herbs.
- Fill zucchini boats with meat mixture.
- Top with mozzarella cheese generously.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over cheese layer.
- Cover with foil and bake.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes total.
- Remove foil last 5 minutes.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm, medium-sized zucchini for best results
- Don't overfill boats to prevent spillage during baking
- Pre-cook meat mixture to ensure even cooking
- Add extra cheese for richer flavor
- Try different protein options like ground beef or chicken