How to Make Zucchini Boats on the Grill - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is the perfect time for grilling, and if you're looking for a healthy and delicious dish to wow your guests at your next cookout, look no further than zucchini boats on the grill. This recipe takes a fun and creative twist on traditional grilling by transforming zucchini into a savory and satisfying main course.

Zucchini boats are not only a visually stunning dish, but they're also incredibly versatile. They can be filled with a variety of ingredients, from savory meats and cheeses...

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Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
  • 6 tablespoons shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup bacon bits
  • ¼ cup minced onion
  • ¼ cup chopped tomato
  • 3 tablespoons diced green chile peppers
  • 1 tablespoon minced black olives
  • 1 pinch dried basil
  • seasoned salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Prepare the grill for indirect medium heat.
  • Place zucchini in a large pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp to about 1/4 inch from the skin. Chop pulp into small pieces.
  • Mix zucchini pulp, bread pieces, jalapeño, Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, onion, tomato, chile peppers, and olives in a large bowl until combined. Season with basil, seasoned salt, and pepper; mix well.
  • Stuff zucchini halves with pulp mixture. Wrap each zucchini boat with aluminum foil.
  • Place wrapped zucchini boats on the prepared grill over indirect heat and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    120 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 502mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 129mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 350mg