Spinach, Mushroom, and Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Boats 🥒🧀🍄
A healthy, cheesy, and flavorful baked dish where zucchini halves are filled with a creamy spinach, mushroom, and ricotta mixture. It’s perfect for a light dinner, vegetarian meal, or low-carb option.
Servings
4 servings (8 zucchini boats)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25–30 minutes
Ingredients
Zucchini
4 medium zucchinis
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Filling
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup ricotta cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Topping
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Zucchini
Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F.
Slice zucchinis lengthwise.
Use a spoon to scoop out the center to create boats.
Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Place on a lined baking tray.
2. Cook the Filling
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add mushrooms and cook 4–5 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Mix the Cheese Filling
In a bowl combine:
ricotta cheese
Parmesan cheese
mozzarella cheese
cooked spinach and mushrooms
oregano
Italian seasoning
salt and pepper
Mix until creamy and well combined.
4. Stuff the Zucchini
Spoon the filling into each zucchini boat.
Sprinkle extra mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
5. Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes until:
zucchini is tender
cheese is melted and lightly golden.
6. Garnish & Serve
Top with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
Optional Add-Ins
Cooked ground chicken or turkey
Sun-dried tomatoes
Pine nuts
Red pepper flakes for heat
Storage
Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 180°C / 350°F for 10 minutes.
Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
Calories: ~240
Protein: ~14 g
Carbs: ~9 g
Fat: ~16 g
