Turkey Zucchini Boats
A modern twist on a classic recipe, these Turkey Zucchini Boats are delicious, nutritious, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for brushing
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fill each zucchini boat generously with the turkey mixture and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Place the filled boats on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding diced bell peppers or swapping the mozzarella for pepper jack cheese. Garlic bread or a side salad pairs well with this dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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