Ingredients
4 medium zucchinis
1 lb lean ground beef
1 small diced onion
2 minced garlic cloves
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt
Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Cut zucchinis in half lengthwise, scoop out centers to create bowls
Season beef with garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Sauté onion in skillet until softened
Wipe zucchini bowls with oil, bake for 15 minutes until tender
Fill zucchini shells with beef mixture, top with marinara, cheese, and Parmesan
Return to oven and bake 10-15 minutes until bubbling and golden
Notes
For extra juiciness, add 1/4 cup beef broth to filling
Swap mozzarella for cottage cheese for lower carbs
Cool completely before refrigerating for meal prep
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg