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Turkey-Stuffed Zucchini

Zucchini boats are a clever low-carb dinner format that uses the vegetable as both container and ingredient; turkey mince keeps this light.

10 min prep · 20 min cook · 30 min in total · serves 2

What you need

  • 2 large zucchini
  • 300g turkey mince
  • 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp Italian herbs
  • 80g mozzarella, torn
  • Olive oil, fresh basil

What to do

  1. 1Halve zucchini lengthways; scoop out centers; chop the flesh.
  2. 2Fry turkey with garlic, herbs, zucchini flesh, and tomatoes; season.
  3. 3Fill zucchini boats; top with mozzarella.
  4. 4Bake at 190°C / 375°F for 18 min until zucchini is tender.
  5. 5Scatter basil.

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