Easy Ground Beef Zucchini Boats
A quick, low-carb dinner featuring tender zucchini halves filled with seasoned ground beef, zesty marinara, and melted mozzarella. Ready in 30 minutes, this recipe balances savory depth and wholesome ingredients for a satisfying, fuss-free meal.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 medium zucchini
1 lb (454g) ground beef (85/15 or 90/10 lean)
3/4 cup (180ml) pork-free marinara sauce
1/2 cup (57g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; use a spoon to scoop out centers, leaving 1/2-inch thickness
In a skillet, brown ground beef with garlic powder and black pepper over medium-high heat until fully cooked
Stir in marinara sauce and simmer 5 minutes
Spoon beef mixture into zucchini boats and top with mozzarella cheese
Place boats on a baking sheet, drizzle olive oil over them to prevent drying
Bake 20-25 minutes until zucchini is tender and cheese is golden
Notes
Marinara sauce must be pork-free to meet halal/non-pork requirements
Use a meat thermometer to ensure beef reaches 160°F
Reserve baked zucchini boats in oven-safe containers for meal prep
Leftover marinara can be stored in airtight containers for up to 5 days
Find it online: https://kindeat.com/easy-ground-beef-zucchini-boats-35-min/