SOUTHWEST ZUCCHINI BOATS

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These fun "boats" are packed with a tasty taco meat filling that's both hearty and family-friendly. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium zucchini
1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup salsa
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; cut a thin slice from the bottom of each with a sharp knife to allow zucchini to sit flat. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells., Place shells in an ungreased 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat; stir in the salsa, bread crumbs, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup cheese. Spoon into zucchini shells., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Microwave 3-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and zucchini are tender. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

Bilal Khan Vlogs
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These zucchini boats were a bit bland for my taste.


Jamat Ali
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These were great! My family loved them.


Ifebuche F
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Will definitely make again!


Chinedu Victor
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Delicious and easy to make!


ZLJ LJ!
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These zucchini boats are a great way to use up summer zucchini. They are easy to make and delicious.


Saqib Rajpoot
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I've made these zucchini boats several times and they are always a hit! They are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ali Dhal
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These zucchini boats are so easy to make and so delicious! I love that I can use up leftover zucchini in a new and exciting way.


Tinomudaishe Machine
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I made these zucchini boats for a party and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them. They are a great appetizer or side dish.


Tanjil Shihab
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These zucchini boats were a great way to use up some extra zucchini from my garden. They were easy to make and turned out great. I'll definitely be making them again.


Hashim Nadan
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I'm not usually a fan of zucchini, but these boats were delicious! The zucchini was cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making these again.


S Khan
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These zucchini boats were a hit with my family! They are so easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the combination of the zucchini, corn, and black beans.