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Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

Ground Beef Zucchini Boats: A Low-Carb Delight You’ll Love

Enjoy these Ground Beef Zucchini Boats, a low-carb delight perfect for family dinners and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 2 medium Zucchini Fresh, creates the perfect low-carb vessel for filling.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing.
For the Filling
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Lean.
  • 3 tbsp Tomato Paste Richness for sauce.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Adds Italian flair.
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances savory flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust per preference.
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce 15 oz, forms the base of stuffing.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded, melts over boats.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 360°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash zucchinis and cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and flesh.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté chopped onion for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes until browned, draining excess grease.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well for about 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the can of tomato sauce and simmer on medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
  7. Spoon the beef mixture into each hollowed zucchini half, packing it well.
  8. Top each zucchini with shredded mozzarella cheese and bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for convenience.

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