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September 27, 2019 · 2 Comments

Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini

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Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a tasty vegetable side dish that's not only delicious and easy to prepare, it's low carb too. 
Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil stuffed Zucchini in a blue casserole dish

Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a tasty vegetable side dish that's not only delicious and easy to prepare, it's low carb too. 

A close up of Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil stuffed Zucchini

My family loves stuffed zucchini boats and I usually make them this way. However, I wanted to experiment with a more low carb and Keto friendly version and came up with these Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini. 

Is Zucchini healthy?

Zucchini is considered a heart healthy vegetable because it is very low in calories, fat and cholesterol and high in protein, potassium and Vitamin C. 

When purchasing zucchini, it should be firm and shiny with a slightly prickly skin. It shouldn't have any cuts or blemishes, and have at least one inch of stem attached. 

Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini Boats on plate

What are some easy zucchini recipes?

Zucchini is one of our favorite vegetables to make as a side dish. They're in peak season from June through August, but you can usually find them year round.

What I like best about them is that they're so versatile in recipes because they are a very mild tasting squash.

Some of our favorite easy to make recipes are Chili Lime Sautéed Zucchini, Parmesan Crusted Zucchini, and Zucchini Pizza. 

Zucchini side dish three ways

How do you make Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini?

If you've gotten this far, you must love Goat cheese as much as I do. It definitely is an acquired taste and people either love it or hate it.

You'll also need ricotta cheese, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, fresh chopped basil, garlic and of course zucchini or courgette as the English prefer to call it. 

A plate of Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil stuffed Zucchini on a table

Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F; then coat a 2 quart oven safe baking dish with cooking spray. Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and using a spoon, scrape out the insides.

You can save the insides to add to other recipes like this Sausage, Zucchini & Rice Casserole. 

If you're zucchini is large, you can just use one; then cut it in half horizontally as well getting four zucchini boats. Place the zucchini shells into the baking dish skin side down. 

Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini in baking dish

In a small bowl, combine the cheeses, basil, garlic and season with pepper. I don't suggest adding salt until after you taste it because the cheeses give it a little salty flavor to begin with.

Mix well until smooth; then add the filling to each zucchini boat. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is hot and bubbly and the zucchini boats are al dente. 

My family loved these Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini Boats and they really had a ton of flavor. You can serve them with just about any main entree or eat them alone for lunch. ~Enjoy! 

A plate of Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil stuffed Zucchini

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Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini in baking dish

Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
Ricotta, Goat Cheese and Basil Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a tasty vegetable side dish that's not only delicious and easy to prepare, it's low carb too. 
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Vegetables
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 145 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium Zucchini
  • 1 c. Ricotta Cheese
  • ¼ c. Crumbled Goat Cheese
  • 1 tbsp. Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
  • 1 tbsp. Fresh Basil, chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • ⅛ tsp. Black Pepper
  • Cooking Spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F; then coat a 2 quart oven safe baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise and using a spoon, scrape out the insides; then place the zucchini shells into the baking dish skin side down (If you're zucchini is large, you can just use one; then cut it in half horizontally as well getting four zucchini boats.)
  • In a small bowl, combine the cheeses, basil, garlic and season with salt and pepper. Mix well until smooth; then add the filling to each zucchini boat. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is hot and bubbly and the zucchini boats are al dente. 

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 11gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 152mgPotassium: 343mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 611IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 219mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Jamie Lin says

    September 28, 2019 at 8:06 pm

    looks so good!

    Reply
    • Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says

      September 29, 2019 at 8:13 am

      Thank you Jamie Lin!

      Reply

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