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
- 2 cloves garlic Minced
- 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 Seasoning 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 salt and use low-sodium tomato sauce.