Description
30-Min Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are a quick and satisfying meal that combines tender zucchini halves with a savory filling of ground beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these vibrant boats are not only delicious but also a healthier alternative to traditional stuffed dishes. Enjoy the explosion of flavors while keeping your dinner guilt-free!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Halve zucchinis lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create boats.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Generously stuff each zucchini half with the beef mixture.
- Place stuffed zucchinis on a lined baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Allow to cool briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini half (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg