zucchini boats

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
J. White Harris
Gallatin, TN

This makes a quick vegetable side dish. You can add ground saussage, beef, or pork to transform it into a main course.

(2 ratings)
yield 6 to 12
prep time 15 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For zucchini boats

  • 6 md
    zucchini
  • 1 - 2
    tomatoes
  • 1
    red onion
  • yellow bell pepper
  • cheese for melting on top - could be cheddar, emmenthal, gouda, or
  • extra virgin olive oil

How To Make zucchini boats

  • 1
    Wash zucchinis and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out insides, thus making a "boat".
  • 2
    Coarsely chop zucchini insides, onion, and bell pepper in the food processor. Chop tomatoes and mix together with rest of vegetables.
  • 3
    Load your "boats" with vegetable mixture and place in a baking dish that has been slightly drizzled with a small amount of olive oil. Sprinkle the boats with your favorite herbs.
  • 4
    Bake at 350 degrees for 40 - 45 minutes. Place cheese on the zucchini boats during the last 5 minutes of baking time.
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