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Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

These delicious Ground Beef Zucchini Boats are a savory and fun meal, featuring zucchini filled with a hearty beef mix and melted cheese, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium medium zucchinis
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup marinara sauce Can be substituted with taco sauce or pesto.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Mozzarella or cheddar works well.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center to create boats.
  3. In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent.
  4. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add the marinara sauce and mix well.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Fill the zucchini halves with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  2. Place the zucchini boats in a baking dish and cover with foil.
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  4. Serve warm.

Notes

These zucchini boats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to three months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge and bake in the oven for the best taste.