Description
Enjoy a nutritious twist on traditional tacos with Turkey Taco Zucchini Boats, featuring a flavorful filling of ground turkey and spices, topped with cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb (450g) ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or topping of choice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create boats.
- Drizzle the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking up clumps.
- Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Fill each zucchini boat with the turkey mixture, top with cheese, and place in a baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the zucchini is tender and cheese is melted.
Notes
Choose medium-sized zucchinis for the best results. All toppings can be customizable according to preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 boat
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg