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A Simple Dish with a Big Impact

These Zucchini Boats with Savory Veggie Filling are a delicious and healthy dish that combines tender zucchini with a flavorful, vegetable-packed stuffing. Perfect for a light weeknight dinner or as a crowd-pleasing side dish, this recipe is easy to make, nutritious, and customizable to suit your tastes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 –6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 zucchinis
  • Vegetable oil for greasing
  • Salt to taste
  • Italian herbs to taste
  • Smoked paprika to taste
  • Pepper mixture to taste
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 carrot grated
  • 1 potato grated
  • Zucchini pulp from the 2 zucchinis, chopped
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the pulp, leaving the zucchini halves intact to form boats. Set the pulp aside.
  3. Grease a baking tray with vegetable oil and place the zucchini halves on it. Season with salt, Italian herbs, smoked paprika, and pepper mixture.
  4. In a pan, sauté the chopped onion in a little oil until softened. Add the grated carrot, potato, and the chopped zucchini pulp. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the mixture has thickened slightly. Season with salt.
  5. Spoon the veggie mixture into the hollowed zucchini boats and press gently to pack the filling.
  6. Bake the zucchini boats for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the filling is golden and lightly crispy.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
  • For a protein boost, you can add cooked chicken, turkey, or quinoa to the filling.
  • These zucchini boats can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Just bake them when you're ready to enjoy!