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Stuffed Zucchini with Ground Beef

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55min

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4 servings

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A delightful and nutritious dish featuring tender zucchini boats filled with a savory mixture of ground beef and melted cheese. This low-carb meal is perfect for those looking for a hearty dinner option that's both satisfying and packed with vegetables. The combination of flavors and textures makes it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or entertaining guests.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
2 g
3 g
Allergen Content

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Eggs

Milk

Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Prepare the oven

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2
Prepare the zucchini

Wash the zucchini and cut them in half lengthwise.

3
Scoop out the zucchini

Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and some of the flesh from each zucchini half, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell.

4
Prepare the baking dish

Brush a baking dish with olive oil.

5
Arrange the zucchini

Place the hollowed zucchini halves in the baking dish, cut side up.

6
Prepare the vegetables

Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic cloves, and dice the tomato.

7
Cook the beef

In a large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.

8
Add vegetables to beef

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

9
Season the mixture

Add salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to the beef mixture. Stir to combine.

10
Add tomatoes

Add the diced tomato to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

11
Remove from heat

Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

12
Prepare the cheese

Grate the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese if not already shredded.

13
Add cheese and egg

Stir 1/2 cup of mozzarella, all of the Parmesan, and the beaten egg into the cooled beef mixture.

14
Fill the zucchini

Spoon the beef and cheese mixture into the hollowed zucchini halves.

15
Top with cheese

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese over the stuffed zucchini.

16
Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

17
Serve

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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