Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Mushroom and Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Boats recipe that is perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Zucchini Boats:
- 2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
Sautéed Vegetables:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup diced mushrooms
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper, as desired
Cheese Filling:
- Sautéed vegetables from Step 2
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper, as desired
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Zucchini Boats
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise.
Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the centers of each half to create hollow ‘boats.’ Place them aside on a baking sheet, ready to be filled later. - Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Stir in the diced mushrooms and sauté until they are tender, about 4-5 minutes.
Next, add the chopped spinach and cook until it’s just wilted. - Step 3: Prepare the Cheese Filling
Transfer the sautéed vegetables from Step 2 to a mixing bowl.
Add the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
Mix everything together until well combined.
Season the filling with additional salt and pepper, to taste. - Step 4: Stuff and Top the Zucchini Boats
Spoon the cheese and vegetable filling mixture from Step 3 into the hollowed zucchini boats prepared in Step 1.
Divide the filling evenly between the boats, pressing it in gently.
Sprinkle extra shredded mozzarella on top of each filled zucchini for a cheesy finish. - Step 5: Bake the Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Place the stuffed and topped zucchini boats in the preheated oven.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Once done, remove from the oven and let rest a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your warm and cheesy stuffed zucchini boats!
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs or spices to customize the flavors.
- These zucchini boats can be a great vegetarian main course or a side dish to complement a meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini boat
- Calories: Approximately 175
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg