SOUTHWEST ZUCCHINI BOATS

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These fun "boats" are packed with a tasty taco meat filling that's both hearty and family-friendly. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium zucchini
1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup salsa
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; cut a thin slice from the bottom of each with a sharp knife to allow zucchini to sit flat. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells., Place shells in an ungreased 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat; stir in the salsa, bread crumbs, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup cheese. Spoon into zucchini shells., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Microwave 3-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and zucchini are tender. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

Tyler Colwell
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These zucchini boats were so easy to make and they were so delicious!


Maximus Aurelia
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but these zucchini boats were actually really good!


Franklin Clews
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These zucchini boats were delicious! The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly.


Jessica Okeke
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I made these zucchini boats last night and they were a huge hit with my family! The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly.


TIM LACY
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These zucchini boats were so easy to make and they were so delicious! I will definitely be making these again.


Israa Israa
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but these zucchini boats were actually really good! The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make these again.


Awais Ray
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These zucchini boats were delicious! The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Iqbal Hussain
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I made these zucchini boats last night and they were a huge hit with my family! The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Ellis Thornton
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These zucchini boats were so easy to make and they were so delicious! I used ground turkey instead of beef and added some chopped bell pepper to the filling. The zucchini cooked perfectly in the oven and the filling was flavorful and moist. I will de


Tsgab Ghebrezgi
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, so I was excited to try these zucchini boats. They did not disappoint! The filling was delicious and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


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These zucchini boats were a hit! I made them for my family last night and they loved them. The filling was flavorful and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.