The perfect meal for when you’re feeling tacos, but are trying to watch what you eat. This dish gives you the best of both worlds! Packed with protein and veggies you won’t even miss the tortilla.
3 Medium Sized Zucchini, cut in half length wise
Olive Oil
1 Lb 92 % Ground Beef ( You could also use ground chicken or turkey)
1/2 Yellow Onion, small diced
3 Roma Tomatoes, small diced
1 8.75 oz can Whole Kernel Corn, drained
8 oz Black Beans, drained and rinsed
1 t Chili Powder
1 t Ground Cumin
1/2 t Dried Oregano
1/4 t Paprika
Salt and Pepper to taste
1/2 C Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Small handful of cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Sour Cream (optional)
Cut ends off of zucchini, cut in half length wise, and carefully scoop out the center, making sure you don’t go through the bottom of the zucchini (Keep the scooped out zucchini to the side)
Drizzle zucchini with olive oil, lightly season, and place on lightly greased sheet pan
Add to 400 degree oven and bake for 15 minutes
In a large saute pan heat 1 T olive oil and brown ground beef
Add onions and cook 2 minutes
Add tomatoes and the scooped out zucchini and cook additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally
Add corn, black beans, and seasonings and stir until combined
Cook on low for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally
Remove from heat
Take zucchini boats out of oven and fill with meat mixture
Sprinkle cheddar cheese over top and place back in the oven for 5 minutes
Garnish with cilantro and sour cream and serve immediately
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