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!
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.