Tuesday, June 2, 2015

PIZZA ZUCCHINI BOATS

PIZZA ZUCCHINI BOATS

(gluten Free)
Pizza Stuffed Zucchini Boats - These healthy zucchini boats offer cheesy comfort without the guilt!

Ingredients
  • 6 small zucchini (2 1/2 lbs)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (or just top with cherry tomatoes from the garden if you wish)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)
  • 1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (1.4 oz)
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni slices or cooking ground turkey or beef
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 1 TBSP. italian seasoning
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Use a baking sheet (can be lined if you want an easier cleanup)
  • Cut each zucchini into halves through the length.Pat insides dry with paper towels (cut portion). Align on prepared baking sheet. In a bowl, stir together olive oil and garlic then brush lightly over tops of zucchini. Sprinkle with seasoning and salt and pepper to taste then brush a slightly heaping 1 Tbsp marinara sauce over each zucchini, leaving a small rim near edges bare. Sprinkle tops evenly with mozzarella cheese then with parmesan cheese. Top with meat of choice. Bake in preheated oven 12 - 18 minutes (bake time will vary depending on how thick your zucchini are and how tender you want them).
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil. Serve warm.

zucchini pizza boat. low calories, didn't miss having bread for the crust. LOVE THIS! New favorite.


Great way to use your zucchini!

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