Veggie Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Italian Sausage - Low Calorie
The Veggie Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Italian Sausage offer a delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors, packed generously into tender zucchini vessels. This dish showcases a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes and bell peppers, all complemented by the robust, savory taste of Italian sausage. Topped with melty mozzarella and nutty Parmesan cheese, each bite promises a burst of rich and satisfying flavors.
Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh to create zucchini boats. Set the scooped flesh aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.
Add the chopped zucchini flesh, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-6 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until well combined.
Place the zucchini boats on a baking sheet and fill them with the sausage and vegetable mixture.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of each stuffed zucchini boat.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.