Mediterranean Zucchini Boats
Mediterranean Zucchini Boats are a vibrant and healthy dish that will delight your taste buds. These tender zucchini halves are stuffed with a savory mixture of lean ground turkey, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and fresh herbs. Baked to perfection, this dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly flavorful and versatile. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, Mediterranean Zucchini Boats are sure to impress family and friends while keeping your meal nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
- Remove from heat; mix in feta cheese and fresh herbs.
- Fill each zucchini half generously with the mixture and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until zucchini is tender and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap the ground turkey for quinoa for a vegetarian option or add olives for an extra zing. For added flavor, sprinkle more feta on top before baking!