Description
These Lean Ground Turkey Zucchini Boats are a quick, delicious, and customizable meal that packs protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center to create boats.
- Drizzle the zucchini halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the ground turkey, Italian seasoning, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers. Cook until the turkey is browned.
- Fill each zucchini boat with the turkey mixture, and top with shredded cheese.
- Place the boats in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Letting the zucchini sit after scooping makes them sturdier. Avoid overcooking for a bit of a bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg