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Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

Tender zucchini halves stuffed with savory ground beef and topped with melted cheese, baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Zucchini Boats
  • 4 zucchini halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 0.5 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
Topping
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare zucchini by scooping out centers.
  3. Cook ground beef with onion and garlic.
  4. Add marinara and seasoning, simmer.
  5. Fill zucchini with beef mixture.
  6. Top with cheese and bake 20–25 minutes.

Notes

Pre-bake zucchini for softer texture if desired.