Hello Fresh Zucchini Boats Recipes

SOUTHWEST ZUCCHINI BOATS

Steps:

• Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; cut a thin slice from the bottom of each with a sharp knife to allow zucchini to sit flat. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells., Place shells in an ungreased 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat; stir in the salsa, bread crumbs, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup cheese. Spoon into zucchini shells., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Microwave 3-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and zucchini are tender. Serve with sour cream if desired.

ZUCCHINI BOATS

Steps:

• Trim the ends off zucchini. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving 1/2-in. shells. Finely chop pulp. , In a skillet, cook beef, zucchini pulp, onion, mushrooms and peppers over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat. Add 1/2 cup cheese, ketchup, salt and pepper; mix well. Spoon into the zucchini shells. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until zucchini is tender, 25-30 minutes.

COUSCOUS STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Heat a large pot of water to simmering and add whole zucchini. Cook until just soft, for about IO minutes. Carefully remove them from the water and set aside until cool enough to handle.
• Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onions in oil until soft. Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds or so.
• Slice the cooled squash in half lengthwise and scrape the pulp into a mixing bowl. Reserve the shells.
• Combine the squash flesh, onions/garlic, tomatoes, couscous and seasonings.
• Carefully spoon the mixture evenly into the squash shells, mounding slightly.
• Place on a greased baking sheet.
• Bake for 10 minutes or until piping hot.