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zucchini boats

Delicious stuffed zucchini boats filled with savory sausage, topped with cheese, and baked to perfection. A perfect summer recipe that is low in carbs and full of flavor.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 14 oz Italian chicken sausage removed from casing
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella part-skim
  • 8 tsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup marinara sauce quick

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch. Chop the scooped flesh and set aside.
  2. Drop zucchini halves into boiling water and cook for 1 minute. Remove and drain well.
  3. Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Remove from heat.
  4. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan. Add finely diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add chopped zucchini flesh to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Combine the cooked sausage with the sautéed vegetables and cook a few more minutes to blend flavors.
  7. Fill each hollowed zucchini with the sausage mixture, pressing firmly. Top with marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Place stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 35 minutes until cheese is melted and zucchini is tender. Remove foil in the last 10 minutes to brown the cheese slightly.

Notes

You can add red pepper flakes for some heat or sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top before baking for added flavor.