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Air Fryer Zucchini Boats

Air Fryer Zucchini Boats

Anjali
These juicy Air Fryer Zucchini Boats bring a healthy twist to comfort food in just 25 minutes. The air fryer creates perfectly tender zucchini while maintaining that satisfying crisp-tender texture.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish
Servings 0
Calories 421 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced, any color
  • 1 pound protein ground beef, turkey sausage, or beyond meat alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh tomatoes diced
  • 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup mozzarella divided into ½-cup portions

Instructions
 

  • Cut the zucchini in half longways. Scoop out the centers and discard.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Then, sauté the onion and bell pepper until soft.
  • Add your chosen protein and cook until browned.
  • Next, add the spices and minced garlic.
  • Then, add the diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
  • Add the panko breadcrumbs and ½ cup mozzarella cheese to the skillet.
  • Evenly distribute the skillet mixture into the zucchini boats. Place the zucchini boats into the air fryer basket or on an air fryer tray.
  • Air fry at 350 degrees F/176 degrees C for 8 minutes. Top with remaining cheese and air fry another 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 421kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 36gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 347mgPotassium: 1270mgFiber: 6gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 3096IUVitamin C: 94mgCalcium: 243mgIron: 5mg
Keyword healthy dinner, keto-friendly, low-carb, stuffed vegetables, summer squash recipes
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