Beef Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats 🌮🥒🧀

Beef Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats 🌮🥒🧀

Beef Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats 🌮🥒🧀

These Beef Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a fun, lighter twist on taco night! Tender zucchini halves are filled with seasoned taco beef, topped with cheese, and baked until bubbly and delicious.

Serves

4 people

Ingredients

For the zucchini boats

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the taco filling

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

Optional toppings

  • Sour cream
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Green onions
  • Jalapeños
  • Avocado slices

Instructions

1. Preheat oven

Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Prepare the zucchini

Slice zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out the centers slightly to create a “boat.”
Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

3. Cook the taco meat

In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
Add taco seasoning, water, and salsa. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.

4. Fill the zucchini

Place zucchini halves in a baking dish.
Spoon taco meat mixture into each zucchini boat.

5. Add cheese

Sprinkle cheese over the top of each zucchini boat.

6. Bake

Bake for 25–30 minutes until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted.

7. Serve

Top with sour cream, tomatoes, green onions, jalapeños, or avocado if desired.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with Spanish rice
  • Add a side of chips and salsa
  • Pair with a simple salad

Quick Tip

Save the scooped zucchini centers and mix them into the taco meat for less waste and extra veggies.

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