Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats (Healthy and Delicious)
Enjoy these healthy and flavorful zucchini boats filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 4 medium zucchinis (Halved lengthwise and scooped out to create "boats")
- 1 pound ground beef (Lean ground beef works best)
- 1 small onion (Diced for added flavor)
- 2 cloves garlic (Minced for aromatic taste)
- 1 cup tomato sauce (Flavorful base for filling)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mozzarella, cheddar, or parmesan)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (For sautéing)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Herb blend for flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (Adds smokiness)
- to taste salt & pepper (Season to preference)
Instructions
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, then stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the zucchini boats with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For a lower sodium option, reduce added salt and use low-sodium tomato sauce.