Burrito Style Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Burrito Style Zucchini Boats

Ingredients

  • 4 zucchini, halved lengthwise
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb. ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup diced mushrooms
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. paprika
  • salt to taste
  • 1 c. low fat shredded cheese
  • 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro (optional)
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°. Scoop inside of zucchini out, leaving a 1/4 inch thick border.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat  oil and add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and mushrooms and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add ground meat, and stir until fully cooked.  Drain liquid.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and paprika, then season with salt and pepper. Optional step, add in black beans or kidney beans if desired.
  4. Spoon meat mixture into zucchini boats then top with cheese. Bake until zucchini is just tender and cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Top with cilantro and serve with hot sauce.