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zucchini boats

zucchini boats

Delicious baked zucchini boats filled with a savory sausage mixture, topped with cheese and herbs, perfect for a healthy summer meal!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini about 8 oz each
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb Italian turkey sausage
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion about 1 small
  • 14.5 oz petite diced tomatoes drain off 1-2 Tbsp liquid
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.67 cup panko breadcrumbs divided
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 0.67 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese divided
  • 1.5 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Using a spoon, scoop centers from zucchini leaving a 1/4-inch rim to create boats. Drizzle with 1 Tbsp olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes.
  • Add sausage in crumbles, cook through, breaking up meat during cooking. Add garlic during last minute of cooking.
  • Remove from heat, stir in tomatoes, 1/3 cup panko, Italian seasoning, season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle 1/3 cup parmesan over zucchini boats, then divide filling among them.
  • In a small bowl, stir together mozzarella, remaining parmesan, and remaining panko. Sprinkle mixture over zucchini.
  • Bake until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

This recipe is a healthy and hearty option perfect for summer dinners. Feel free to customize the toppings!