Easy Stuffed Garden Zucchini

Transform your garden harvest into a delicious dinner with this Easy Stuffed Garden Zucchini recipe! Featuring tender zucchini halves loaded with a savory filling of ground beef or turkey, juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and Italian seasoning, these zucchini boats are then crowned with a crispy, cheesy topping of mozzarella, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs. Ready in under an hour, this low-carb dinner option is both wholesome and satisfying, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing main dish. Serve these golden, veggie-packed delights warm, garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Whether you're looking for a simple zucchini recipe or a savory way to use up summer produce, this easy stuffed zucchini is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 1 piece small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

Step 2

Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the center flesh using a spoon, creating a hollow 'boat.' Set the scooped-out flesh aside and place the zucchini halves in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the ground beef or turkey and cook until fully browned, breaking it up into small pieces.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and the reserved chopped zucchini flesh to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Fill each zucchini half with the meat mixture, pressing it down gently to pack it in.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the mozzarella, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the stuffed zucchinis.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese topping is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1746.2 grams (1746.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2157

Total Fat 153.50g	197%
Saturated Fat 59.90g	300%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 463mg	154%
Sodium 3123mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 70.20g	26%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 32.70g
Protein 130.60g	261%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1341mg	103%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 3903mg	83%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 12.9%