Savory Grilled Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Grilled Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a delicious and healthy option for your next grilling out session. These boats are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, vegetables, and cheese, making them a satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy.

This recipe is perfect for summer barbecues and is easy to prepare, allowing you to impress your guests with minimal effort. It’s a great addition to your collection of recipes for the grill.

Easy Grilled Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These zucchini boats are hollowed out and filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, tomatoes, and spices, then topped with cheese and grilled to perfection. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 medium zucchinis, halved lengthwise
1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Olive oil for brushing
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prep the Zucchini: Preheat the grill to medium heat. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center using a spoon to create boats.
Cook the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Fill the Zucchini: Brush the zucchini halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Fill each zucchini boat with the meat mixture, pressing down gently.

Add Cheese: Top each filled zucchini with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Grill: Place the stuffed zucchinis on the grill, cut side up. Close the grill lid and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Remove from the grill, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.