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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Beef Zucchini Boats

A delightful and healthy dish that combines ground beef with fresh zucchini, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium zucchinis Fresh zucchini, sliced in half lengthwise.
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Substitute with tomato sauce or salsa if necessary.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For a plant-based version, use plant-based cheese.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create boats.
  3. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce and fill each zucchini boat with the beef mixture.
  5. Top the stuffed zucchinis with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Baking
  1. Place the filled zucchinis on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the zucchinis are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, season the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian herbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.