This stuffed zucchini with ground beef recipe is a fantastic dinner idea—it’s light, healthy, and incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients for Stuffed Zucchini with Ground Beef:
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil;
- 2 cloves garlic, minced;
- 10.5 oz (approx. 300g) lean ground beef;
- Salt and black pepper to taste;
- ½ tsp dried oregano;
- ½ tbsp lemon zest;
- 3 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise;
- 2 eggs;
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (or plain Greek yogurt for a lighter twist);
- Grated Parmesan cheese to taste.
How to make Stuffed Zucchini with Ground Beef:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic;
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned and crumbled;
- Remove from heat, then season with salt and black pepper to taste;
- Stir in the oregano and lemon zest;
- Scoop out the flesh of the zucchini halves to create “boats” (be careful not to puncture the skin). Roughly chop the scooped-out flesh and mix it into the beef filling along with the lightly beaten eggs and cream cheese;
- Fill the zucchini boats with the beef mixture;
- Arrange in a baking dish and cover with aluminum foil;
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 20 minutes;
- Remove the foil, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and return to the oven until the top is golden and bubbly;
- Enjoy your delicious homemade dinner!
Kitchen Tips: Selecting the Best Zucchini
Whether you’re using classic green zucchini or yellow summer squash, look for firm, smooth-skinned fruits without nicks or bruises. Zucchini are delicate, so handle them gently when shopping to avoid damaging the skin, which can cause them to spoil quickly.
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