Want to go even MORE low-cal? Try these with ground turkey or chicken instead!
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- 3 -4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
- 1 large egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 2 c. marinara sauce (use sugar-free if you’re keto!)
- 1 c. shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
Directions
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- Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Score zucchini (like you’re dicing an avocado) and scoop out insides into a large bowl. Place in a shallow baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, until mostly tender. Remove from oven and turn broiler to high.
- Step 2Make meatballs: In a large bowl, mix together beef, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Form into 24 meatballs.
- Step 3In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat vegetable oil. Add meatballs in a single layer and sear on all sides until a nice crispy crust develops, about 2 minutes per side.
- Step 4Pour marinara around the meatballs and stir until the meatballs are fully sauced. Simmer for 10 more minutes. Remove from heat.
- Step 5Fill zucchini boats with meatballs and top with mozzarella. Broil until cheese is melty, 3 to 5 minutes. Garnish with Parmesan and parsley and serve hot.
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Lena Abraham
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Lena Abraham is a freelance contributor with Delish, and was formerly Senior Food Editor, where she developed and styled recipes for video and photo, and also stayed on top of current food trends. She’s been working in the food industry for over 10 years, and will argue that the best fish tacos in the world are made in New York. Don’t @ her.
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