Zucchini boats: the perfect light dinner meal!

Name: Zucchini boats: the perfect light dinner meal!
Uploaded: 2019-08-23T15:38:55Z
Duration: PT204.800S
Channel: Food Inspiration

published on 23 August, 2019 at 17:38

Stuffed of meatballs, easy and delicious, you only need a few ingredients!

INGREDIENTS

3 -4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 lb ground beef

1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish

1 large egg

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 tbsp vegetable oil

2 cups marinara sauce

1 cup shredded mozzarella

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan

METHOD

Cut the zucchini lengthwise and scoop out insides into a large bowl. Place in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Bake at 180°C/350°F for 12 - 15 minutes. Remove from oven and turn broiler to high.
In a large bowl, mix together beef, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes.
Form the 24 meatballs.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil. Add meatballs in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side.
Pour marinara around the meatballs and stir. Cook for 10 more minutes. Remove from heat.
Fill zucchini boats with meatballs and top with mozzarella. Broil for 3 to 5 minutes. Garnish with Parmesan and parsley.

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