Fiesta Zucchini Boats

Makes 4 servings

You will need…

  • 4 zucchini’s
  • 1. Tbsp. avocado or olive oil
  • 1 Ibs. ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup beans
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 1/2 diced small onion
  • optional: cheese (about 1/4 cup)
  • optional: salsa
  • optional: avocado or guac
  • optional: sriracha sauce

Directions:

Trim the ends off zucchini and cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp of the zucchini leaving about 1/2 inch shell. Sprinkle shells with a little salt to help absorb any extra moisture (save pulp of zucchini for later). In a skillet add oil to a pan over medium heat. Once oil is hot add onion and cook until translucent. Add ground turkey and and mix with wooden spoon until cooked. Add beans and corn to the mixture. Fill zucchini boats with mixture. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 25 mins or until zucchini is tender. Remove from oven and sprinkle boats with cheese. Place back in the oven for about 5 minutes or until cheese melts. Remove from the oven and top with toppings of choice (salsa, avocado, sriracha).

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