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Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Spinach Mushroom Ricotta

Delicious Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Spinach Mushroom Ricotta

Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Spinach Mushroom Ricotta are a guilt-free, flavorful meal perfect for healthy eating.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Low Fat Ricotta Cheese Feel free to substitute with feta or cottage cheese.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Spinach or Defrosted Frozen Spinach Any leafy greens can work.
  • 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms You can swap for diced bell peppers.
  • 1 tsp Minced Garlic Using fresh garlic will give the best taste.
For the Zucchini Boats
  • 2 medium Zucchini Aim for zucchini that’s about 8 inches long.
  • 2 squirts Cooking Spray Alternatively, use olive oil or butter.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly coat a large skillet with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil and heat over medium heat. Sauté the sliced mushrooms for about 5 minutes until browned.
  3. Add the minced garlic and spinach to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  4. Remove from heat and fold in the low-fat ricotta cheese, mixing gently until well combined.
  5. Slice the zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the insides to create hollow 'boats.'
  6. Generously spoon the filling into each zucchini half, pressing down slightly.
  7. Bake the zucchini boats in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes until tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite veggies or herbs for added flavor.

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