Ingredients
– 4 medium zucchinis
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
Creating Ground Beef Zucchini Boats is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Zucchini: Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds to create a hollow boat shape.
3. Season Zucchini: Place the zucchini halves cut side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
6. Mix in Tomatoes and Spices: Stir in the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
7. Fill Zucchini: Spoon the beef mixture into the hollowed-out zucchinis, packing it in gently.
8. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of each filled zucchini half.
9. Bake: Place the zucchini boats in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating these incredible Ground Beef Zucchini Boats effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g