Grilled Zucchini Boats

Grilled Zucchini Boats

(serves 2-4)

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 lb ground beef or turkey

1 small onion, diced

1 green pepper, diced

2 c. salsa

1 c. shredded cheddar cheese

3 medium zucchinis

salt and pepper, to taste

1. Preheat grill or oven to approximately 400 degrees.
2. Slice zucchini lengthwise and scrape out seeds in center.  Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper. 
3. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil.  Saute onions and pepper until translucent.
4. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
5. Remove from heat and add salsa, mixing to combine.
6. Place zucchini face-down on grill or baking sheet in oven.  Grill/bake for 8 minutes.
7. Fill zucchini boats with ground beef mixture and sprinkle with cheese.  Return boats to grill or oven and bake until cheese melts, about 8 minutes.

Enjoy!