Caprese Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Experience a burst of summer flavors with Caprese Stuffed Zucchini Boats. Juicy zucchini halves are filled with ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, creating a vibrant dish that’s as delicious as it is visually stunning. Perfect for summer gatherings or a casual weeknight dinner, these boats are easy to customize and sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per person) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create hollows.
- In a bowl, mix diced cherry tomatoes, cubed mozzarella, chopped basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Generously fill the hollowed zucchini halves with the mixture.
- Place stuffed zucchinis in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini half (90g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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