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Low Carb Burrito Zucchini Boats

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 zucchini
  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2/3 lb ground beef
  • 1/3 cup corn
  • 1/3 cup black beans
  • 1 onion small and diced
  • sea salt
  • black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/2 tsp taco seasoning
  • 1-2 garlic cloves minced

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 °F or 190 °C
  2. Trim the end of the zucchini and cut it in half lengthwise.
  3. Scoop out the flesh of the zucchini to create a boat structure
  4. Lay the zucchini boats on a baking sheet, add olive oil inside and sprinkle some salt and pepper to taste and put it in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile cook the garlic and onion in a skillet on medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add the ground beef and taco seasoning and cook until it gets brown
  7. Add corn and black beans and stir until it is well mixed
  8. Fill the zucchini boats with the mixture and sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Place it in the oven again for another 10 minutes.
  9. Top with garnishes like avocado or green onion and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.
 
Serving: 1 | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 685mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1400IU | Calcium: 430mg | Iron: 2.9mg | Zinc 1.6 mg