14 Low-Carb & Gluten-Free Zucchini Boats To Inspire Your Next Dinner

Move over, spiralized comfort foods – there’s more than one way to turn your favorite dishes low-carb and gluten-free. All aboard the zucchini train — err, zucchini boat. Once you halve a zucchini and scoop out the seeds, it’s the perfect vessel for makeshift tacos, pizza, or even burgers. As an added bonus, this hack is a totally clever way to make sure you’re eating your veggies (and not eating loads of gluten or carbs, if that’s your jam). Yes, sometimes our cravings are like those of a picky five-year-old, but with a little help from these stuffed zucchini boat recipes, you might find yourself making these easy dinner recipes every night.

Running to the Kitchen

Bruschetta Hummus Stuffed Zucchini

This bruschetta and hummus love affair is just the dish for a light meal or party snack. If you’re planning on serving it as an appetizer, halve your zucchini boats for more mileage and watch them go. (via Running to the Kitchen)

Destination Delish

Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats

If you’re the kind of person who carries hot sauce in her purse, buffalo chicken likely holds a special place in your heart. These buffalo chicken stuffed zucchini boats might be just the trick you needed to get on board with the green veggie. Now if only there was a safe way to carry these boats in your purse… (via Destination Delish)

Maebells

Chili Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Boats

You can take these boats to the next level by adding a hot dog and/or Fritos. The zucchini here just might beat the texture of a gluten-free bun, though. (via Maebells)

Cooking Classy

Zucchini Pizza Boats

How cute are these mini pepperonis? They're so cute, you’re going to want to eat these pizza boats all up. The best part of this easy recipe is not getting flour all over your kitchen like you would with actual pizza. That’s a win for lazy girls and healthy girls alike. (via Cooking Classy)

Food Faith Fitness

Lemon Asparagus Cauliflower Rice Stuffed Grilled Zucchini with Shrimp

For a totally healthy, flavorful meal, try this zucchini dish with cauliflower rice and grilled shrimp. Though it’ll seem like you spent tons of time on these boats, you can actually pull it off in 30 minutes. (via Food Faith Fitness)

Delicious Meets Healthy

Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Garlic Sauce

Even if you’re not a fan of zucchini, the garlic sauce topping this dish is made with might just change your mind. It’s like a lightened-up aioli, thanks to the addition of yogurt. (via Delicious Meets Healthy)

Real Food by Dad

Baked Potato Zucchini Boats

Recreate the glorious loaded baked potato with this healthy twist! Swap out your usual starchy spud for a zucchini or two, and you might not feel the pull of a food coma post-meal. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt and hot sauce for the best not-a-baked-potato ever. (via Real Food by Dad)

Simply Quinoa

Quinoa Stuffed Zucchini Boats

This super simple dish works well as a side or a light main. It helps to have the cashew cream and quinoa prepared beforehand — as they do take some time to make — so get a head start on those ingredients over a lazy weekend. After that, these zucchini boats come together in a snap. (via Simply Quinoa)

Tastes Lovely

Quinoa & Black Bean Enchilada Stuffed Zucchinis

Up your healthy enchilada game by swapping in zucchinis for tortillas. They make the dish lighter, but still satisfying. The quinoa, black bean and zucchini makes for a fibrous combo that can’t be beat. (via Tastes Lovely)

Cooking Classy

Lasagna Zucchini Boats

Put a spin on veggie lasagna with these zucchinis filled with red sauce, ricotta cheese, and ground meat. It’s a solid option for a quick weeknight dinner. If you’re looking for a vegetarian version of this recipe, try diced mushrooms in place of ground meat for an even healthier take that still tastes meaty. (viaCooking Classy)

The Honour System

Roasted Zucchini Tuna Melts

Skip the deli and make this healthy version of a tuna melt at home! Since these are technically open-face sandwiches, the top layer of cheese and tuna gets extra melted and crispy with a little broiler action. Sorry, tuna melt — you’ve been replaced. (via The Honour System)

The Wholesome Dish

Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats

You can still get the flavors you love from chicken Parmesan in this zucchini-centric version. This recipe uses ground chicken instead of fried cutlets, which is both healthier and easier to prepare. (via The Wholesome Dish)

Connoisseurus Veg

Lentil Walnut Vegan Chorizo Stuffed Zucchini

Both non-vegans and vegan devotees will appreciate this stuffed zucchini boat. It’s loaded with a delicious mix of spices from cumin to cinnamon, so it’s definitely not lacking in flavor. This dish also boasts at least three different forms of protein to give you an energy boost to power you through the day. (via Connoisseurus Veg)

The Skinny Fork

Cheeseburger Stuffed Zucchini Boats

When a burger craving hits, it’s not always in line with your meal plans — whether your concerns are budget- or health-related. You can satisfy that craving guilt-free by cooking up these burger boats! Though the recipe calls for beef, any ground meat you prefer will do. Just don’t forget the ketchup and mustard. (via The Skinny Fork)

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