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Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats (35-Minutes)
Amanda Peterson

Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats

A 35-minute low-carb high-protein dish featuring hollowed zucchini filled with seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, and melted cheese. Satisfy comfort cravings with a keto-friendly twist on classic stuffed vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  2. Use a spoon to scoop out zucchini centers, leaving 1/4-inch walls
  3. Pat interiors dry with paper towel
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic and onion until softened
  5. Add ground beef, breaking apart with a spoon
  6. Cook until browned, drain excess fat
  7. Stir in tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper
  8. Cook 2-3 minutes to thicken
  9. Spoon mixture into zucchini boats
  10. Top with mozzarella cheese
  11. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet
  12. Bake 20-25 minutes until zucchini is tender and cheese is golden

Notes

Use non-stick muffin tin if available to prevent sticking
Add red pepper flakes for heat
Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated until baking
Leftovers store well in airtight containers for 3-4 days