Grilled Zucchini Boats With Goat Cheese

These Mediterranean grilled zucchini boats are the perfect summer dish, featuring tender zucchini shells filled with creamy goat cheese, fresh basil, and aromatic spices. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they make an elegant appetizer or light main course that's sure to impress at any gathering.

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: Zucchini

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 27

Servings:

Calories: 245kcal

Equipment

Chef's Knife

Chopping Board

Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

4 medium zucchini
kosher salt and pepper
olive oil
10 oz goat cheese
1 garlic clove minced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 tsp lemon zest
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
parmesan cheese for topping

Instructions

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Cut zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out centers, creating boat-like shells.
Season zucchini shells with salt, pepper, and brush lightly with olive oil.
In a bowl, mix together goat cheese, minced garlic, chopped basil, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
Fill each zucchini boat with the goat cheese mixture.
Grill zucchini boats for 10-12 minutes until tender and filling is warm.
Remove from grill and top with parmesan cheese and extra fresh basil.

Notes

Choose medium-sized zucchini that are firm and uniform in size for even cooking

Save the scooped zucchini flesh to use in soups, stir-fries, or bread recipes

If you don't have a grill, these can be baked at 400°F for 15-18 minutes

For make-ahead preparation, stuff the boats and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before grilling

Cream cheese can be substituted for goat cheese if preferred, though the flavor will be milder

Add pine nuts or chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the filling for extra Mediterranean flair

These boats pair excellently with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal

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