Loaded Italian Zucchini Bites

These loaded zucchini bites are stuffed with an Italian ground turkey mixture, then topped with cheese and basil. Perfect for a low carb dinner or snack!

Prep:
10
minutes
Cook:
20
minutes
TOtal:
30
minutes

Ingredients

  • Olive oil
  • 1/2 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 1/2 lb. ground turkey
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 c. tomato sauce
  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • 1/2 - 3/4 c. mozzarella, shredded
  • Dried oregano
  • 1 handful of basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Heat a medium skillet with 1 Tbsp. of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the peppers and onion for 3-4 minutes. Next, add the ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato sauce.
  2. Meanwhile, cut each zucchini in half lengthwise. Then, cut each into 3 pieces (6 pieces per zucchini.) Use a small spoon to scoop out the center with seeds. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Next, place on a baking sheet and bake for 7-10 minutes, depending upon how soft you'd like the zucchini.
  3. Remove from the oven. Then, spoon turkey mixture into each well. Top with mozzarella and oregano. Return to the oven for 5-8 minutes, until cheese is melted. Garnish with basil before serving.