Roasted Zucchini Boats Recipe

Viva Italia! These delightful roasted zucchini boats are a vibrant and healthy vegetarian meal, perfect for a light dinner or a delicious side dish. Imagine tender zucchini halves, brimming with a flavorful mix of garlic, tomatoes, and herbs, then roasted to perfection. Top with your favorite leftover spaghetti sauce for an extra burst of flavor! Easy to make and incredibly satisfying.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 70.2 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Roasted Zucchini Boats

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How to Make Roasted Zucchini Boats

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice 2 medium zucchini lengthwise. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch border.
  3. Finely chop the scooped zucchini flesh (about 1 cup).
  4. In a food processor, combine the chopped zucchini, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped Roma tomatoes, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Pulse the food processor for a few seconds until the mixture is coarsely chopped; do not puree.
  6. Fill each zucchini boat with the mixture. Sprinkle generously with additional Italian seasoning and black pepper.
  7. Place the zucchini boats in a baking rack set inside a baking pan.
  8. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and can easily be pierced with a fork.
  9. While the zucchini boats are baking, heat any leftover spaghetti sauce in the microwave.
  10. Once cooked, garnish the zucchini boats with a drizzle of your heated sauce, a sprinkle of 2 tablespoons chopped spring onions, and 1 teaspoon dried parsley.
  11. (Optional) For a fun presentation, use a toothpick and half a snow pea pod to create a miniature sail for each boat.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Roasted Zucchini Boats?

Roasted Zucchini Boats takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Roasted Zucchini Boats?

Roasted Zucchini Boats has approximately 70.2 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Roasted Zucchini Boats?

The key ingredients for Roasted Zucchini Boats are Zucchini, Mrs. Dash Seasoning Mix, Minced Garlic Clove, Roma Tomatoes, Onion, Fresh Ground Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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