Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 1 stuffed zucchini half
Calories 282 kcal
Ingredients
3 zucchini medium
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey or beef
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup salsa
1 1/2 cups Mexican shredded cheese blend
optional toppings: sour cream cilantro
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Scoop out the insides of the zucchini with a spoon or melon scooper and chop them.
Add the chopped zucchini to a large skillet.
Place the scooped out zucchini shells into a 9 by 13 baking dish. (If you prefer a softer zucchini, place this dish in the oven and cook for about 15 minutes then scoop the cooked filling into the zucchini boats and bake as directed below).
Cook the chopped zucchini with olive oil and garlic on medium heat and add the turkey.
Once the turkey is browned, add the seasonings, salsa and 1 cup of cheese.
Continue to cook until cheese is melted.
Fill zucchini with this mixture then top with remaining cheese.
Cover and bake 20-25 minutes or until zucchini is tender.
Enjoy with optional toppings!
Recipe Notes
Net Carbs: 6g
Nutrition Facts
Low Carb Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Amount Per Serving (1 half stuffed zucchini)
Calories 282
Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g
20%
Saturated Fat 5g
31%
Cholesterol 88mg
29%
Sodium 666mg
29%
Potassium 751mg
21%
Carbohydrates 7g
2%
Fiber 1g
4%
Sugar 4g
4%
Protein 35g
70%
Vitamin A 830IU
17%
Vitamin C 18.6mg
23%
Calcium 222mg
22%
Iron 1.9mg
11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.