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Za’atar Turkey Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time5 minsTotal Time20 mins

Turkey stuffed zucchini boats 8

 1 zucchini
 1 lb ground turkey
 1 red bell pepper, diced
 2 cloves garlic, minced
 1 tbsp za'atar spice
 1 tbsp tomato paste
 1 cup cooked pearl couscous
 Crumbled feta cheese
1

Preheat the oven to 400F.

2

Slice zucchini lengthwise. Use a teaspoon to scoop seeds and flesh from the center to make a boat. Cut each zucchini half in half to make 4 boats.

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3

Rub all sides of zucchini with olive oil and place cut-side down on a sheet pan. Transfer to the oven for 12-15 minutes, until tender.

4

In a skillet, heat 1 Tbsp water over medium heat. Add ground turkey and za’atar. Cook 5-7 minutes, breaking up while stirring. Add 1 Tbsp water as needed to keep from sticking.

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5

Add 2 Tbsp water, bell peppers, chickpeas, and tomato paste. Mix to combine then cook 3-4 minutes, until the peppers are tender. Add 1 Tbsp water as needed to keep from sticking.

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6

Remove turkey mixture from heat and add cooked couscous. Stir to combine.

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7

Remove zucchini from the oven. Scoop turkey mixture into zucchini boats and top with crumbled feta.

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Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

1 stuffed boat

Amount per serving
Calories178.3
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.3g9%

Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 50.3mg17%
Sodium 221.6mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 8.7g4%

Dietary Fiber 1.8g7%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 22.6g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.