Turkey Pesto Stuffed Zucchini
300kcal
Ingredients
For the Zucchini Boats
- 4 medium zucchini Choose firm zucchinis; they’ll hold up well when stuffed.
For the Filling
- 1 pound ground turkey This lean meat is perfect for a healthy and satisfying filling.
- 1/2 cup pesto Opt for store-bought or homemade for a vibrant flavor kick.
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes Use sweet, ripe tomatoes to add a burst of freshness.
- 2 cloves garlic Freshly minced garlic enhances the savory taste of the filling.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning A mix of herbs that complements the dish beautifully.
- Salt Adjust to taste for perfect seasoning.
- Pepper Adjust to taste for perfect seasoning.
For the Cheesy Topping
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Adds a delightful, stretchy melt on top.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Provides a nutty depth to the cheesy layer.
For Drizzling
- Olive oil A drizzle helps to roast the zucchini, bringing out its best flavors.
Method
How to Make Turkey Pesto Stuffed Zucchini
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve the zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the seeds using a spoon to create little boats for your filling.
- Arrange the zucchini halves on a baking sheet, then drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Sauté minced garlic in a large skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the ground turkey in the skillet, stirring occasionally until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Combine the cooked turkey with the pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Spoon the turkey and pesto mixture into each zucchini half, pressing down gently to pack it in.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the stuffed zucchini.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
Serving1zucchini boatCalories300kcalCarbohydrates10gProtein25gFat18gSaturated Fat8gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat9gCholesterol85mgSodium600mgPotassium600mgFiber3gSugar4gVitamin A800IUVitamin C20mgCalcium250mgIron3mg