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Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Delicious Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Boats make for a healthy dinner option packed with flavor and nutrients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 274

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 3 medium zucchini halved and hollowed out
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
Cheeses and Seasonings
  • 1 15 oz. container ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Cooking Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • medium skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  2. Chop ends off zucchini; cut in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the insides. Place prepared zucchini in 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine ricotta with 1/2 Tablespoon Italian seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Spoon mixture evenly into zucchini boats.
Cooking
  1. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes, until garlic is fragrant.
  2. Add the remaining veggies, 1/2 Tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Sauté 5 minutes, until vegetables are al dente.
  3. Divide sautéed vegetables evenly among zucchini boats; top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan.
  4. Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes, until zucchini is tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 274kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 19gFat: 16gSodium: 838mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Feel free to customize your cheese boats by adding different vegetables or spices to suit your taste.

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