Minced Beef in Zucchini Boats

  • Prep : 30 Mins Cook : 30 Mins
  • 6 Serves
  • MEDIUM

Nutrition Facts

  • Energy 272 calories
  • Fat 11 g
  • Carbohydrates 17 g
  • Protein 27 g
  • Sodium 364 mg

Ingredients

  • 3 (7 oz or 200 g) zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons (1 fl oz or 30 ml) olive oil
  • 1 medium (3.5 oz or 100 g) red onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon (3 g) garlic, minced
  • 1 pound (450 g) lean beef, minced
  • 2 (4 oz or 125 g) tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons (7 g) fresh basil, chopped
  • 2/3 cup (65 g) breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  • 1Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise. Using a spoon or melon baller, scoop out the flesh in the middle of the zucchini to resemble a boat. Chop the flesh that has been removed and set aside.
  • 2Heat oil in a large skillet over medium flame. Stir-fry onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes.
  • 3Add the minced beef and cook for 7 minutes, stirring often until browned.
  • 4Add the tomatoes, chopped zucchini, tomato paste, and basil. Cover with lid and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring once in a while. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Turn off the heat.
  • 5Divide mixture equally into the zucchini boats.
  • 6Combine the breadcrumbs and cheese in a small bowl. Spoon over meat.
  • 7Preheat your Air Fryer to 400 F (200 C).
  • 8Place the prepared zucchini boats in the Air Fryer basket. Cook for 15 minutes. Cook in batches if needed.
  • 9Serve and enjoy.