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Zucchini Pizza Boats

Zucchini Pizza Boats

Hollowed zucchini filled with pizza toppings

💪 High Protein
🥗 Low Carb
✓ Diabetes Friendly

40m

Total

220

Calories

18g

Protein

4

Servings

Nutrition Information

10g

Carbs

3g

Fiber

7g

Net Carbs

13g

Fat

Blood Sugar Impact

Glycemic Index (GI)

Low

25

Absorption speed

Glycemic Load (GL)

Low

2

Total impact per serving

💡 GI measures absorption SPEED, GL measures TOTAL IMPACT on your blood sugar.

Ingredients

  • 4 Large zucchini (halved lengthwise)
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce (low-sugar)
  • 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup Turkey pepperoni (mini or chopped)
  • 1/2 cup Bell peppers (diced)
  • 1/2 cup Mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • for garnish Fresh basil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F

  2. 2

    Cut zucchini in half lengthwise

  3. 3

    Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and some flesh, creating a boat shape

  4. 4

    Brush zucchini boats with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning

  5. 5

    Place zucchini cut-side up on a baking sheet

  6. 6

    Bake for 10 minutes to soften slightly and release moisture

  7. 7

    Remove from oven and pat dry any excess water

  8. 8

    Spoon marinara sauce into each zucchini boat

  9. 9

    Top with shredded mozzarella cheese

  10. 10

    Add turkey pepperoni, diced bell peppers, and mushrooms

  11. 11

    Return to oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly

  12. 12

    For extra crispy cheese, broil for last 2 minutes

  13. 13

    Remove from oven and let cool for 3 minutes

  14. 14

    Garnish with fresh basil

  15. 15

    Serve hot as a main dish or side

💡 Tips

  • •Don't scoop out too much zucchini or boats will be fragile
  • •Save scooped zucchini for soups or stir-fries
  • •Customize with your favorite pizza toppings
  • •Great for meal prep - reheat individual boats