Zucchini Pizza Boats Healthy (Print Version)

Baked zucchini boats filled with marinara, cheese, and fresh toppings offer a flavorful, gluten-free meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetable Base

01 - 4 medium zucchinis

→ Sauce and Cheese

02 - 1 cup marinara sauce
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Suggested Toppings

05 - 1/4 cup mini pepperoni slices or vegetarian alternative
06 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
07 - 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus extra for garnish

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 - Wash zucchinis thoroughly, trim the ends, and slice each lengthwise. With a spoon, scoop out seeds and some flesh to create a 1/4-inch thick shell.
03 - Brush the interior of each zucchini boat with olive oil and season lightly with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs.
04 - Place prepared zucchini boats cut side up on the lined baking sheet.
05 - Spoon marinara sauce evenly into each zucchini shell.
06 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the sauce-filled zucchini.
07 - Distribute mini pepperoni, sliced black olives, diced red bell pepper, and chopped basil over the cheese layer.
08 - Transfer baking sheet to oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until zucchini is fork-tender and cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
09 - Remove from oven, garnish with additional fresh basil, and serve hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses everyday ingredients found year-round
  • Gluten free and easily made vegetarian or vegan
  • Quick enough for busy weeknights
  • Lets everyone customize their own boats with favorite toppings
  • Much easier to assemble than homemade pizza dough
02 -
  • Low in carbs and gluten free which is a win for lots of diets
  • Can be prepped in advance or made into a freezer meal
  • Easy to double or triple for a party
03 -
  • Pick zucchinis that feel heavy and show no soft spots for the best roasted texture
  • Shred your cheese fresh for meltier and more flavorful results
  • Let kids help fill the boats This makes dinner prep interactive and a lot more fun

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