SOUTHWEST ZUCCHINI BOATS

Southwest Zucchini Boats image

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.