Best 7 Grilled Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipes

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Grilled stuffed zucchini boats are a delightful dish that combines the flavors of grilled zucchini, a savory stuffing, and a delicious sauce. This versatile dish can be customized with a variety of fillings, from classic Italian sausage and breadcrumbs to more creative options like roasted vegetables, quinoa, or even seafood. Whether you're grilling for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, grilled stuffed zucchini boats are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ZUCCHINI BOATS ON THE GRILL



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Delish zucchini stuffed with your favorite ingredients and finished on the hot grill. Great side dish or as a light meal on their own.

Provided by BAJATHECAT

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium zucchini
1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces
¼ cup bacon bits
1 tablespoon minced black olives
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
3 tablespoons diced green chile peppers
¼ cup minced onion
¼ cup chopped tomato
6 tablespoons shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 pinch dried basil
seasoned salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare the grill for indirect heat.
  • Place the zucchini in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp to about 1/4 inch from the skin. Chop pulp.
  • In a bowl, mix the zucchini pulp, bread pieces, bacon bits, olives, jalapeno, green chile peppers, onion, tomato, and Cheddar cheese. Season with basil, seasoned salt, and pepper.
  • Stuff the zucchini halves with the pulp mixture. Seal each stuffed half in aluminum foil.
  • Place foil packets on the prepared grill over indirect heat. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 501.5 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

STUFFED GRILLED ZUCCHINI



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Pair up these zucchini boats with charred pork chops, smoked fish and other grilled greats. Not warm enough for cooking al fresco? Your old-fashioned oven will do. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium zucchini
5 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells. Brush with 2 teaspoons oil; set aside. Chop pulp. , In a large skillet, saute pulp and onion in remaining oil. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until golden brown, about 2 minutes. , Remove from the heat. Stir in the mozzarella cheese, mint and salt. Spoon into zucchini shells. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. , Grill, covered, over medium heat until zucchini is tender, 8-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 553mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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While any medium sized ripe zucchinis will do, use garden fresh ones if you have them. The tender sweet flesh of the zucchinis paired with the spiced meat and cool yogurt sauce will make you forget that this dish is less than 500 calories per serving!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 zucchinis (about 2 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise and seeds scooped out
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 onion, diced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 pound ground turkey
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup packed fresh dill, torn

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚ F. Drizzle a rimmed baking sheet with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season the zucchini halves with salt and pepper. Add to the baking sheet and turn to coat with the oil. Arrange the zucchini cut-side down in a single layer. Roast until crisp-tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the cumin and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook 30 seconds. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and chicken broth until combined. Cook until the broth is reduced to a thick sauce, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn the zucchini boats cut-side up and fill with the turkey mixture, packing it in. Sprinkle with the cheese and roast until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the yogurt and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the zucchini boats with the yogurt mixture and top with the dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 110 milligrams, Sodium 864 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 12 grams

GARDEN-STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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Not only are these boats a delightful way to get your veggies, they're basically a one-dish meal that covers all the bases-just grab your favorite garden goodies and add any spices or mix-ins you like. -Janie Zirbser, Mullica Hill, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 medium zucchini
3/4 pound ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups water, divided
3/4 cup canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes or chopped fresh tomatoes (with seeds and juices)
1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1/3 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend, divided
Pasta sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Halve zucchini lengthwise; place cut sides down in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. When cool enough to handle, scoop out seeds, leaving a 1/4-in. shell., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in 1 cup water, tomatoes, red peppers, mushrooms, pasta, thyme, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook until mixture is thickened and pasta is al dente, 12-15 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese., Spoon mixture into zucchini shells. Place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with 3/4 cup Italian cheese blend. Pour remaining water into bottom of dish. Bake, covered, 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer. Serve with pasta sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 24g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 992mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

GRILLED BACON, EGG AND CHEESE ZUCCHINI BOATS



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Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner, these zucchinis boats are filled with eggs, two kinds of cheese, garlic and fresh chives. Grilling them over indirect heat adds a smokey flavor to the eggs and keeps them from drying out. At the end, the boats are wrapped in salty bacon, making them utterly irresistible.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium zucchinis (about 1 pound 9 ounces total and/or each about 9 inches long)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-sharp shredded Cheddar (about 1 ounce)
1/4 cup grated Havarti cheese (about 1 ounce)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 large eggs
1 clove garlic, grated
4 strips bacon

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high indirect heat: For gas grills (with 3 or more burners), turn all the burners to medium-high heat; after about 15 minutes turn off the middle burner for 3-burner grills or the 2 middle burners for grills with 4 or more burners and keep the other 2 burners at medium high. For charcoal grills, bank one chimney starter-full of lit and ashed-over charcoal briquettes to one side of the grill. Set up a drip pan on the other side to avoid flare-ups. (The grill should be around 400 degrees F. Be sure to consult the grill manufacturer's guide for the best results.)
  • Slice the zucchinis down the middle, lengthwise like a hotdog, so that you have 4 long, equal pieces of zucchini. Use a teaspoon to remove the flesh of the zucchini, being sure to leave a 1/4-inch border and to not pierce the bottom of the zucchini. Finely chop 1/2 cup of the zucchini flesh and discard or save the remainder for another use. Place the chopped zucchini flesh into a clean kitchen towel and wring out as much liquid as possible. Place the zucchini flesh into a medium liquid measuring cup or bowl.
  • Flip the zucchini boats over so that the peel side is facing up and brush all four pieces with olive oil. Season the peel side with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then flip over and season the flesh side with another 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  • Add the Cheddar, Havarti, chives, cream, eggs, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper to the liquid measuring cup or bowl with the zucchini flesh. Whisk until well combined. Pour the mixture into the cavity of each zucchini boat.
  • Using both hands to lift the zucchini carefully, place the filled boat in the middle of the grill over indirect heat (where the burner is turned off), cover, and cook until the eggs have puffed up slightly and are just set, 25 to 30 minutes. Use grilling tongs to remove the zucchini to a cutting board. Carefully wrap each zucchini boat in 1 of the bacon strips. Return to the grill over indirect heat and continue grilling, covered, until the eggs are completely set and the bacon is warmed and just crispy, 18 to 20 minutes.

ZUCCHINI BOATS ON THE GRILL



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Fresh zucchini stuffed with your favorite ingredients and finished on the barbecue grill. Great side dish or as a light meal on their own. When I make these I never measure the ingredients, I just make it look "right".

Provided by CaribbeanQueen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium zucchini
1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces
1/4 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon black olives, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
3 tablespoons green chili peppers, diced
1/4 cup onion, minced
1/4 cup tomatoes, chopped
6 tablespoons sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 pinch dried basil
seasoning salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare the grill for indirect heat.
  • Place the zucchini in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 - 10 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp to about 1/4 inch from the skin. Chop pulp.
  • In a bowl, mix the zucchini pulp with all of the other ingredients.
  • Stuff the zucchini halves with the pulp mixture.
  • Seal each zucchini half in aluminum foil. Place the foil packets on the prepared grill over indirect heat. Cook 15 - 25 minutes (depending on the size of your zucchini.).
  • Use your imagination, you could "clean-out-the-fridge" and make endless combinations of stuffed zucchini!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.5, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 22.3, Sodium 204.1, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.3, Protein 7.4

STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 zucchini, about 1/2 pound each
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely chopped onions
2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme or half that amount dried
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons fine fresh bread crumbs
1/3 cup finely chopped parsley
4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg yolk
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Trim off the ends of each zucchini. Cut each in half crosswise. Cut each piece in half lengthwise. Scoop out the centers, leaving a shell at least 1/4-inch thick. Reserve and finely chop the scooped-out portions. There should be about 1 1/2 cups.
  • Pour enough water to cover the shells into a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Add the shells, and let simmer 2 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
  • Clean and finely chop the mushrooms. There should be about 2 cups.
  • Heat the butter in a heavy skillet, and add the onions and garlic. Cook briefly, stirring, and add the mushrooms and lemon juice. Stir and cook about 1 minute. Add the chopped zucchini, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook about 3 minutes until the excess moisture evaporates.
  • Spoon and scrape the mixture into a mixing bowl, and let cool slightly. Add 1 cup of the bread crumbs, the parsley, 2 tablespoons of the cheese, and blend thoroughly. Stir in the egg yolk.
  • With 1 tablespoon of the oil, brush the inside of a baking dish large enough to hold the shells in one layer.
  • Spoon an equal portion of the filling into each shell, and smooth over the top.
  • Blend the remaining 2 tablespoons bread crumbs with the remaining 2 tablespoons cheese, and sprinkle over the top of the stuffed zucchini boats. Sprinkle evenly with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Place the dish in the oven, and bake 25 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 450, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 944 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose medium-sized zucchini for even cooking and easier stuffing.
  • Hollow out the zucchini using a spoon or melon baller, leaving about 1/2 inch of flesh around the edges.
  • Use a variety of fillings to suit your taste, such as ground beef, turkey, vegetables, rice, and cheese.
  • Season the filling generously with herbs, spices, and salt and pepper.
  • Top the stuffed zucchini with additional cheese or breadcrumbs for a crispy topping.
  • Grill the zucchini boats over medium heat, covered, for about 20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the filling is cooked through.
  • Serve the zucchini boats immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or salsa.

Conclusion:

Grilled stuffed zucchini boats are a delicious and versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. They are perfect for a summer cookout or a healthy weeknight meal. With their tender zucchini, flavorful filling, and crispy topping, these zucchini boats are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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