Description
Zucchini Pizza Boats are a low-carb, healthier alternative to traditional pizza! These boats are filled with savory pizza sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, and mini pepperoni, all served in a zucchini base. It’s a perfect way to enjoy all the flavors of pizza with fewer carbs! #ZucchiniPizzaBoats #LowCarbPizza #HealthyPizzaAlternative
Ingredients
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- 6 medium zucchini (2 1/2 lbs)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line an 18 by 13-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.
- Cut each zucchini into halves lengthwise. If necessary, trim a thin portion from the bottom to make them lie flat. Scoop out about 1/4-inch of the flesh to form a boat shape. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush both sides of the zucchini with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Place cut side up on the baking sheet.
- Spread about 1 Tbsp of pizza sauce over each zucchini boat, leaving a small rim at the edges.
- Sprinkle with parmesan, then mozzarella cheese. Top with mini pepperoni slices.
- Bake for 14-18 minutes, depending on zucchini thickness and desired tenderness/crispiness.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh basil, and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust bake time based on the size and thickness of your zucchini.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the zucchini boats for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, omit the pepperoni and use extra vegetables or plant-based toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (2 halves)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 25mg