Description
30-Min Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are a quick, healthy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful meal. Tender zucchini halves cradle a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, aromatic spices, and gooey cheese, making for a delightful dinner option in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these zucchini boats are customizable to suit any palate while delivering a burst of deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce (no added sugar)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash zucchinis, slice in half lengthwise, and scoop out some flesh.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef and cook until browned (about 6 minutes). Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Mix in tomato sauce and salt; simmer for 3 minutes.
- Spoon the mixture into zucchini halves, top with cheese, and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg