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Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe

Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe for a Healthy Dinner Delight

This Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe is a low carb, healthy delight filled with turkey, spices, and cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 2 large Zucchini Use large zucchinis for easy scooping and filling
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey A lean protein source
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onion is the best choice for this dish
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly crushed
  • 1 can Petite Diced Tomatoes Keep undrained for added moisture
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Helps bind the filling
  • 1 cup Reserved Zucchini Flesh The seeds of the scooped zucchini
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Melts beautifully
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild heat
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spiciness
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking
  • 1/4 cup Italian Parsley Chopped, for finishing
For Consistency
  • 1/2 cup Water For achieving consistency in filling

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fill a large pot with water and add a generous amount of salt. Bring it to a boil, then gently add the zucchinis and allow them to boil for 5 minutes.
  3. Once the zucchinis are cool, slice each in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and flesh.
  4. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
  5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add the ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Mix in garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, reserved zucchini flesh, water, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese and half of chopped parsley.
  9. Spoon the filling into each zucchini half and sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese on top.
  10. Place in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make ahead and store in the fridge for quick reheating over the week.

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