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Grain-Free Zucchini Boats

Grain-Free Zucchini Boats

These healthy stuffed zucchini are a delicious and filling low-carb dinner option. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

Author: OnlineCook

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time:

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 267 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 4 - zucchini
  • 1 tbsp - extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ - yellow onion
  • 1 lb - lean ground beef
  • 2 cloves - garlic
  • 1 tsp - Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp - salt
  • ¼ tsp - black pepper
  • 1 - can of petite diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup - shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, creating a 3/4-inch hollow. Arrange the zucchini cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Place an extra-large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once oil is hot, add the onion and ground beef. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until it is thoroughly browned and the onion is soft, 7-8 minutes. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the petite diced tomatoes to the beef mixture and stir to combine.
  6. Divide the beef mixture evenly among the zucchini halves, firmly packing it into the cavities.
  7. Bake the zucchini boats on middle rack of oven for 15 minutes.
  8. Open the oven and sprinkle each zucchini half with about a tablespoon of the shredded cheese. Continue baking until the cheese is melted and golden and the zucchini is fork-tender, 10-12 minutes.
  9. Check to see that zucchini boats are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
  10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Energy: 267 kcal | Total Fat: 9 g | Saturated: 5 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 81 mg | Total Carbs: 14 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugars: 0 g | Proteins: 35 g | Sodium: 918 mg | Polyunsaturated: 1 g | Monounsaturated: 5 g

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