Healthy and Tasty Zucchini Pizza Boats
Here’s a solution to your pizza cravings which have derailed many well-intentioned dieters. This recipe for Zucchini Pizza Boats delivers all the best parts about pizza – the flavors of basil, marinara, pepperoni and cheese – and swaps out the calorie-loaded crust for guilt-free and fiber filled zucchini. Enjoy as a meal, an appetizer or as a snack with toppings of your choice!
Servings 12
Calories 90kcal
Ingredients
- 12 organic zucchini
- 1 cup organic spaghetti sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 1/2 cup sliced olives
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 6 oz uncured pepperoni, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish with olive oil
- Wash the zucchini and slice in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out some of the zucchini flesh to make little boats. Use a knife to slice down the sides and then a spoon to scoop out the middle section. If the zucchini is soft then you won’t need to use a knife. Arrange the zucchini in the prepared pan.
- Spoon some spaghetti sauce in each zucchini boat and then top with mozzarella, olives, basil and pepperoni.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the toppings are cooked and the zucchini are soft.
- Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 90 calories, 4g fat, 10g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, and 6g protein.
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcal
