Description
Lasagna stuffed zucchini boats are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional lasagna, perfect for satisfying cravings without the carbs. These tender zucchini halves are filled with a savory mixture of lean ground meat, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, then baked until golden. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this dish combines comfort and health in one flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create hollow ‘boats.’
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked. Add garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking until fragrant. Stir in half of the marinara sauce.
- Fill each zucchini half with the meat mixture and top with remaining marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Place stuffed zucchinis in the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil during the last few minutes for a bubbly, golden topping.
- Let cool slightly before serving; drizzle with extra marinara if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg