CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Is your zucchini harvest getting out of control? I have several tasty and nutritious ideas. My current fav Italian-style stuffed zucchini boats. They’re simple, satisfying, and a great way to stretch your harvest.

This recipe begins with zucchinis, that I halved lengthwise and seeded out.

I use a spoon to get the centers out. Leave enough of a wall to hold your filling

The filling has even more veggies- Sauté finely diced onion, red bell pepper, and garlic in a little oil. Mix this veggie base with your favorite Italian-seasoned protein—like sausage or lean ground turkey, chicken—and marinara sauce.

Spoon the filling into each zucchini “boat,” top with cheese, and bake until tender and golden.

These boats check multiple nutrition boxes. Zucchini is low in c

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