Description
These Simple Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a healthy, flavorful twist on taco night. Fresh zucchini is filled with seasoned ground turkey, salsa, and cheese, then baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for a low-carb, veggie-packed dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped (½ cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 pound ground turkey (93/7)
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup tomato salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese
- Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, lime, tomatoes, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the center flesh with a spoon, leaving a shell about ¼-inch thick. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
- Stir in taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and salsa. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Arrange zucchini boats in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the taco filling evenly into each zucchini half.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the stuffed zucchini.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and serve with optional toppings like avocado, sour cream, lime, tomatoes, or cilantro.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey with ground beef or chicken if preferred.
- For a spicier version, use a hot salsa or add diced jalapeños to the filling.
- This recipe is great for meal prep—just reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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