Mexican Zucchini Boats
Mexican Zucchini Boats are a flavorful and healthy dish perfect for summer dinners or casual gatherings. These tender zucchinis are hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, colorful vegetables, and melted cheese. Each bite offers an explosion of flavor, making it an instant hit even among picky eaters. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, these delightful boats turn any meal into a fiesta!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh to create 'boats.' Set aside the scooped flesh.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef (or turkey), onion, garlic, and bell peppers until meat is browned and vegetables are tender (about 7-10 minutes).
- Stir in taco seasoning and reserved zucchini flesh; cook for an additional few minutes.
- Spoon the filling into each zucchini half and top with shredded cheese.
- Place filled zucchinis on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg