Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 (8-oz.) jar low sugar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup mini nitrate free pepperoni
  • Chopped fresh basil, or parsley, as garnish

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees f.
  • Use a spoon to scoop the seeds and center out of each zucchini half, leaving a ¼ inch thick zucchini boat as shown.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add scooped zucchini and sauté for about 2-3 minutes, then pour in marinara, stir to combine.
  • Place the zucchini boats in a large, rimmed baking dish cut-side up.
  • I like to sprinkle the zucchini boats with just a touch of garlic salt, then spoon the warmed sauce into the boats evenly, and top with mozzarella, and finally the mini pepperoni. 
  • Bake in your preheated oven until zucchini is tender and cheese is golden, about 15 minutes. 
  • Garnish with fresh basil, or parsley and enjoy!