Quick Zucchini Cheese Boats

Elevate your weeknight meals with these irresistible Quick Zucchini Cheese Boats—a simple, flavorful recipe that's ready in just 25 minutes! Perfectly baked zucchini halves serve as the edible vessel for a mouthwatering combination of gooey mozzarella, nutty Parmesan, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all seasoned with aromatic garlic powder, olive oil, and a dash of salt and pepper. This low-carb, veggie-packed delight is ideal as a quick snack, appetizer, or side dish that pairs effortlessly with any main course. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these zucchini boats are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Easy to prepare and oven-baked to perfection, this is the ultimate recipe for a cheesy, healthy comfort food fix!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 6 cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash the zucchinis thoroughly. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, creating a shallow boat shape.

Step 3

Brush the zucchini boats with olive oil on both sides and sprinkle them evenly with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the zucchini halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Fill each zucchini boat with shredded mozzarella cheese, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.

Step 6

Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves or quarters and distribute them over the cheese-filled zucchini boats.

Step 7

Bake the zucchini boats in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling with golden-brown spots.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the zucchini boats cool slightly before transferring them to a serving plate.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1669 grams (1669.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1083

Total Fat 61.80g	79%
Saturated Fat 23.20g	116%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 7946mg	345%
Total Carbohydrate 86.80g	32%
Dietary Fiber 16.70g	60%
Total Sugars 64.60g
Protein 51.10g	102%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1277mg	98%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 3607mg	77%

*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: 50.2%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 31.3%