If you’ve ever wanted dinner to feel a little fancy without actually spending fancy money, these Italian Zucchini Beef Boats are it. Tender zucchini stuffed with savory Italian-seasoned beef, marinara, and melty mozzarella simple, cozy, and surprisingly filling.
They’re perfect for using up zucchini, stretching a pound of ground beef, and serving a meal that looks impressive without much effort. Bonus: this is one of those dinners that somehow tastes even better the next day.
✅ Quick Tip: Extra cheesy: Add a sprinkle of parmesan on top before baking.
Italian Zucchini Beef Boats
Description
These Italian zucchini beef boats are stuffed with seasoned ground beef, marinara, and melted mozzarella. An easy, low-cost dinner that feels fancy but stays budget-friendly.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Halve 3–4 zucchinis and scoop out centers.
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Brown 1 lb ground beef with Italian seasoning.
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Mix in marinara + a little mozzarella.
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Stuff into zucchini boats, top with more cheese, bake at 375°F for 20 min. Dinner that feels fancy but cost you like $2.
Note
Softer zucchini: Cover loosely with foil for the first 10 minutes, then uncover.
Extra cheesy: Add a sprinkle of parmesan on top before baking.
Make it stretch: Serve with garlic bread, pasta, or a side salad.
Kid-friendly: Scoop filling into a bowl and serve deconstructed if needed.
