Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack Recipe

Spice up your summer with these cheesy, sweet, salty, and spicy Zucchini Boats! Bursting with fresh garden zucchini and tomatoes, this recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal or snack. Perfect as a side dish or a satisfying light dinner, these boats are packed with flavor in every bite. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 162.5 kcal

Protein 12g

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Ingredients for Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack

4 medium zucchini
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Onion
Garlic Clove
Grape Tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese
Dried Basil

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How to Make Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Remove onions with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Slice 4 medium zucchini in half lengthwise.
Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds from the middle of the zucchini, leaving a 1/2-inch border intact.
Season zucchini boats evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried basil.
Spread the cooked onions evenly over the zucchini boats.
Place 4 slices of tomato on top of each boat.
Top with 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese and add another layer of 4 tomato slices per boat.
Top with remaining 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until zucchini is tender.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

23g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack?

Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack?

Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack has approximately 162.5 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack?

The key ingredients for Spicy Zucchini Boats With Tomato Pepper Jack are Zucchini, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Onion, Garlic Clove, Grape Tomatoes, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.