Loaded Zucchini

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Cheddar cheese, bacon and scallions are stuffed inside zucchini in this easy low-carb appetizer.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on April 19, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

Prep Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Carb Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Low-Sodium Low-Fat Soy-Free Heart-Healthy Egg-Free Gluten-Free

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Ingredients

2 large zucchini
¼ teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
⅓ cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
2 scallions, sliced, divided
2 slices cooked bacon, chopped, divided
8 teaspoons reduced-fat sour cream

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Cut a thin slice off the bottoms so that each half sits flat. Scoop out the pulp, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. (Reserve the pulp.) Sprinkle the shells with 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Place on a large rimmed baking sheet; bake for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, finely chop the pulp, then squeeze dry using a clean kitchen towel. Place in a medium bowl. Add cheese, all but 1 tablespoon scallions, half the bacon and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper; stir to combine. Spoon the filling into the prebaked shells. Return to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and the filling is hot, 12 to 15 minutes.
Dollop each piece with 2 teaspoons sour cream and sprinkle with the reserved 1 tablespoon scallions and the remaining bacon.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, March 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

52	Calories
3g	Fat
3g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 zucchini boat
Calories 52
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 3g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 3g	6%
Total Fat 3g	4%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Cholesterol 9mg	3%
Vitamin A 286IU	6%
Vitamin C 16mg	18%
Folate 25mcg	6%
Sodium 150mg	7%
Calcium 56mg	4%
Iron 0mg	2%
Magnesium 19mg	4%
Potassium 255mg	5%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Loaded Zucchini

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