Stuffed Zucchini Boats That Everyone Will Love Tonight!
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Delicious and healthy stuffed zucchini boats filled with a savory mixture that everyone will enjoy.
- Author: Olivia Clara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create boats.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each zucchini boat with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- If using, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the stuffed zucchinis.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the zucchinis are tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients.
- These can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- For a vegan option, omit the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini half
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg