SOUTHWEST ZUCCHINI BOATS

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My son ate this! He liked it! Good with crumbled bacon, too. Nutritional Facts: 2 stuffed zucchini halves (calculated without sour cream) equals 387 calories, 23 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 95 mg cholesterol, 618 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 30 g protein. © Taste of Home 2014

Provided by Rebecca Rogers

Categories     Turkey

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium zucchini
1 lb ground turkey or beef
1/4 c dry bread crumbs or brown rice
1/4 c minced fresh cilantro
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 c shredded monterey jack cheese, divided
sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • 1. 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.
  • 2. 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.
  • 3. 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.
  • 4. 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.

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