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Southwest Zucchini Boats
Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 zucchini
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup black beans
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and bring a large pot of water to a boil

  2. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise and remove the seeds by using a melon baller or by sliding a spoon down the length of the zucchini. Drop sliced zucchini in boiling water and boil for 1 minute.

  3. Prepare a large baking dish by evenly spreading salsa along bottom. When zucchini halves are finished - drain water and place each, skin side down into the baking dish.

  4. Meanwhile, in a skillet with olive oil, brown the ground turkey. When no longer pink add seasonings along with 1/4 cup water. Sauté until combined.

  5. Add in diced bell pepper, onion and black beans. Stir.

  6. Stir in tomato sauce and allow to simmer for 15 minutes.

  7. Scoop 1/4-1/3 cup of mixture into each "boat". Top with cheese and bake in oven for 20 minutes.