Go Back
Print Recipe

Stuffed Zucchini Boats (Gluten Free)

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy, stuffed, zucchini
Servings: 2 each
Author: Chef Maria Cummins

Ingredients

  • 2 each zucchini (large)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro (minced)
  • 1/2 cup baby spinach (chiffonade)
  • 1 cup cheese (shredded) can use (Provolone, Mozzarella, Feta, etc)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 each avocado (sliced)

Instructions

  • Pre heat oven to 400 F, baking rack should be in the center of the oven.
  • Trim the ends off the zucchini. Slice in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds with a spoon and discard.
  • Place zucchini on a foil lined baking dish. Drizzle inside the boats with olive oil.
  • Spoon in minced garlic, layer in baby spinach, cherry tomato halves, cilantro and 3/4 cups of the cheese.
  • Bake for 20 minutes pull out of the oven. Add cheese and veggies & broil (watching carefully) for a few minutes until the cheese is melted. Finish with fresh cilantro.