These zucchini “boats” have been popping up on my Pinterest feed for a few months now, and I’ve been nervous to try them. I mean, why in the world would you put something on a zucchini when you could put it in a delicious tortilla?!? Well, I’m trying to eat better for the new year, so I thought I would at least give these a try, and I’m so glad I did! I may never eat another tortilla again! Not only are these healthy, but they taste AMAZING! I was very surprised at all the flavor!

To start with, slice a couple of zucchinis in half lengthwise and hollow out the middle with a spoon to form a “boat.” (I also peeled mine because I don’t like the skin’s texture, but you can leave the peel on.) Next, just drizzle a little olive oil on top, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and bake at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes.

The first picture is before they went in the oven, and the second is when they were done cooking. Roasting the zucchini not only makes it tender, but gives it both a sweet and savory flavor that is delicious with whatever you choose to fill it with. I used taco meat for mine, topped with cheese, lettuce, onion and fat-free sour cream.

My family members are not as adventurous as I am when it comes to trying new foods, especially healthy ones, which makes this the perfect meal. Instead of cooking an entire other meal for the boring ones in the house, I just put the same filling in tortillas for them. Now everyone is happy!

I’ve also seen these filled with fajita chicken, buffalo chicken, Italian sausage, other vegetables…  Pretty much anything would go well with the roasted zucchini’s flavor.

I cannot say enough times how GOOD these were! The sweet flavor of the zucchini was so surprisingly delicious! I did not miss the tortilla AT ALL, and I sure didn’t miss the carbs that come along with tortillas!

I hope you’ll give these a try! I promise you’ll be glad you did!

Thanks y’all!

– Nikki