Description
A comforting dish of zucchini boats filled with savory ground beef, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create ‘boats.’
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and season with salt and pepper.
- Fill each zucchini boat with the beef mixture, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Place the boats on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy your healthy dinner!
Notes
These zucchini boats are versatile; feel free to swap ground beef for ground turkey or add vegetables for variation.
