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Baked zucchini halves filled with meat and tomato sauce, topped with melted cheese and parsley.

18) Beef and Rice Stuffed Zucchini Boats

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Slice the zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the centers.
  3. Cook the beef and onion in a skillet until no pink remains.
  4. Stir in the rice, marinara, seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spoon the filling into the zucchini halves.
  6. Place them in a baking dish and cover with mozzarella.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes, until the zucchini softens and the cheese melts.