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Cozy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Transform zucchini into delicious boats filled with savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, and zesty marinara sauce, topped with melted cheese for a comforting meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchinis
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center to create boats.
  3. Cook the ground beef with onion and garlic in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and marinara sauce.
  5. Spoon the beef mixture into the zucchini halves and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Top with shredded cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the zucchinis are tender and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg