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Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a healthy, low-carb dinner filled with seasoned taco meat, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. Perfect for healthy dinner ideas and easy stuffed zucchini recipes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Zucchini Boats
  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Taco Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade seasoning
  • ½ cup tomato sauce or salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional Toppings
  • Sour cream
  • Avocado
  • Cilantro
  • Jalapeños
  • Green onions
  • Diced tomatoes

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the centers slightly to create boats.
  3. Brush zucchini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef or turkey with diced onion until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  5. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce or salsa. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Spoon taco filling evenly into zucchini boats.
  8. Top with shredded cheese.
  9. Bake for 18–22 minutes until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from oven and add desired toppings before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overbake zucchini to avoid watery texture.
  • Ground chicken or shredded chicken can also be used.
  • Great for meal prep and reheats well.
  • Add corn or black beans for extra filling.
  • Perfect option for keto dinner recipes and healthy dinner ideas.