{"id":1095,"date":"2023-08-12T15:30:54","date_gmt":"2023-08-12T15:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saad.appscodestudio.com\/?p=1095"},"modified":"2023-08-12T15:30:54","modified_gmt":"2023-08-12T15:30:54","slug":"mexican-zucchini-boats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/saad.appscodestudio.com\/index.php\/2023\/08\/12\/mexican-zucchini-boats\/15\/30\/1095\/54\/appdev2098\/romantic-dinner-ideas\/healthy-date-night\/","title":{"rendered":"Mexican Zucchini Boats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Loaded with seasoned beef, beans, and veggies, these zucchini boats are packed full of flavor and so easy to make!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3\u00a0zucchini\u00a0sliced lengthwise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u00a0tablespoon\u00a0olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd\u00a0pound\u00a090% lean ground beef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd\u00a0yellow onion\u00a0chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u00a0red bell pepper\u00a0<em>chopped<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2\u00a0cloves\u00a0garlic\u00a0<em>minced<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15\u00a0ounces\u00a0black beans\u00a0drained and rinsed (1 can)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd\u00a0cup\u00a0corn\u00a0frozen or canned<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u00a0teaspoon\u00a0ground cumin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u00a0teaspoon\u00a0chili powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u00a0teaspoon\u00a0Kosher salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd\u00a0teaspoon\u00a0dried oregano<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00be\u00a0cup\u00a0salsa\u00a0store-bought or homemade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u00a0cup\u00a0shredded cheese\u00a0Mexican blend or cheddar, divided<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chopped fresh cilantro\u00a0optional, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9\u00d713 Baking Pan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using a spoon, hollow out the middle of each zucchini half (a grapefruit spoon works well for this) leaving enough intact around the edges so that the zucchini is still sturdy and retains its shape. Set the inside scraps aside for another use or discard. Place zucchini boats in a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish.3 zucchini<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Once hot, add the beef and cook until browned, breaking up with a spatula.1 tablespoon olive oil,\u00bd pound 90% lean ground beef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once browned, add the onion, pepper, and garlic. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.\u00bd yellow onion,1 red bell pepper,2 cloves garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the beans, corn, and spices to the skillet and stir until well combined.15 ounces black beans,\u00bd cup corn,1 teaspoon ground cumin,1 teaspoon chili powder,1 teaspoon Kosher salt,\u00bd teaspoon dried oregano<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the salsa and half of the shredded cheese, mix until incorporated then turn off the heat.\u00be cup salsa,1 cup shredded cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spoon an even amount of the mixture into each zucchini half and top with the remaining cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes to fully melt the cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Loaded with seasoned beef, beans, and veggies, these zucchini boats are packed full of flavor and so easy to make! 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