Turkey and Vegetable Stuffed Zucchini Boats (TF)
These Turkey and Vegetable Stuffed Zucchini Boats offer a delightful combination of tender zucchini filled with a savory turkey and vegetable mixture, seasoned with herbs and topped with optional melted mozzarella. This dish is light yet filling, providing a balanced meal that’s low in carbs and high in protein, perfect for a satisfying and healthy dinner.
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Calories: 313kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and seeds scooped out
- 4 oz ground turkey
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ¼ small onion, finely diced
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- ¼ cup tomatoes, diced
- ¼ cup bell pepper, diced, any color
- ¼ tsp oregano, dried
- ¼ tsp basil, dried
- ⅛ tsp low sodium non iodized salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brush the zucchini halves with a little olive oil and place them cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.
- Spoon the turkey mixture into the hollowed zucchini halves, pressing gently to fill. Sprinkle with grated mozzarella cheese if desired.
- Place the stuffed zucchini boats in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 1162mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2084IU | Vitamin B1: 0.2mg | Vitamin B2: 0.5mg | Vitamin B3: 8mg | Vitamin B5: 2mg | Vitamin B6: 1mg | Vitamin B12: 2µg | Vitamin C: 91mg | Vitamin D: 1µg | Vitamin E: 2mg | Vitamin K: 20µg | Calcium: 155mg | Copper: 0.3mg | Folate: 84µg | Iron: 3mg | Manganese: 1mg | Magnesium: 75mg | Phosphorus: 375mg | Selenium: 25µg | Zinc: 4mg