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These air fryer stuffed zucchini boats are packed with a savory, seasoned filling and topped with melty cheese, then air-fried to golden, crispy perfection. A simple, low-carb meal that’s full of flavor and sure to please everyone at the table!

stuffed zucchini boats

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Zucchini paired with this special pepperoni tomato sauce is a perfect compliment for dinner.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Zucchini
  • 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 15 turns Black Pepper, freshly cracked
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 8.8 oz Italian Sausage
  • 1/2 cup White Onion finely diced
  • 1 tsp Garlic Clove minced
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce
  • 3/4 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Zucchini: Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then trim off the stem ends. Use a spoon to carefully scoop the flesh out.
    2 Zucchini
  • Season the Zucchini: Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the zucchini shells. Arrange the zucchini in the baking dish.
    2 tsp Kosher Salt, 15 turns Black Pepper, freshly cracked, 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • Make the Filling: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add the sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula. Add the onion and cook for an additional 4 minutes or until the onion is softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Season the sausage and vegetable mixture with salt and pepper. Pour the marinara sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer; cook for 5 minutes.
    2 tbsp Olive Oil, 8.8 oz Italian Sausage, 1/2 cup White Onion, 1 tsp Garlic Clove
  • Make the Zucchini Boats: Spoon the meat mixture evenly into the zucchini shells, then top with the shredded cheese.
    3/4 cup Mozzarella Cheese
  • Cook the zucchini: Carefully add the zucchini to the basket of the Typhur Dome 2 air fryer in a single layer. Follow the below setting:
    Cooking Mode: Roast
    Temperature: 340°F (170℃)
    Time: 14 Minutes
  • Serve: Remove the zucchini boats from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving dish. Serve with any sauce you like.

(Nutrition information is calculated automatically by Spoonacular API and should be considered an estimate.)