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Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Spinach, Mushroom, and Ricotta

Delicious Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Spinach, Mushroom, and Ricotta

These Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Spinach, Mushroom, and Ricotta are a vibrant, flavorful dish perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 4 medium Zucchini Select firm zucchinis for the best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil if desired.
For the Filling
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended for its intensity.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Consider roasted red peppers as a tasty substitution.
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Frozen spinach works well if thawed and drained.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese or vegan alternatives can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a great dairy-free option.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs like basil or oregano can be swapped for a fresh twist.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the center flesh, leaving a quarter-inch border.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced mushrooms, and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and stir for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. In a bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with ricotta, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and mix well.
  6. Spoon the mixture into each zucchini half, packing it lightly.
  7. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until the zucchini is tender and tops are golden.
  8. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These stuffed zucchini boats are a fantastic option for busy weeknights and can be customized based on available ingredients.

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