Beef & Parmesan Zucchini Boats

Method

1. 1

   Prep the zucchini

   Halve the zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the centers, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the parmesan cheese. Heat the oven to 200°C.
2. 2

   Brown the beef

   Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion with 1/2 tsp salt and a few grinds of black pepper; break up the beef and stir.

   12 min

   Tip: Break the beef into small crumbles so it fills the zucchini evenly.

3. 3

   Finish the filling

   Stir the garlic, canned crushed tomato, and italian seasoning into the skillet over medium heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally.

   6 min
4. 4

   Fill and bake

   Arrange the zucchini in a baking dish, spoon the beef mixture into each half, and top with parmesan cheese. Bake at 200°C.

   18 min

   Tip: If the zucchini halves wobble, nestle them close together in the baking dish.

5. 5

   Taste and serve

   Serve the zucchini boats from the baking dish. Taste the filling and adjust with salt and black pepper if needed.