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Last updated on October 17, 2021. Originally posted on September 8, 2020 By Maryea / 2 Comments

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats (Vegan + Gluten Free)

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These Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats have a vegan taco mixture made with mushrooms and lentils and are bursting with flavor. close up picture of a zucchini boat stuffed with a taco lentil mixture and topped with cilantro

Here’s how life is going lately. I’ve had this recipe and photos ready to post for at least three weeks. Although I’ve had a lot of frustrating events out of my control, I’m practicing focusing on the good and gratitude. So I’m just going to be happy to share this recipe for Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats today.

Sound good?

I’m hoping to get back to posting new recipes more regularly, so keep checking back!

If you’re looking for a healthy and easy vegan and gluten-free dinner idea, this is it! If you love tacos this is a fun twist on taco night and it’s easy to swap out the meat and use protein and iron-packed lentils in its place.

I left off the cheese to keep this dairy-free and vegan, but it certainly would be delicious with some shredded cheese melted on top.

Recipe Ingredients–What you Need

recipe ingredients on a board--zucchini, lentils, onion, tomato sauce, taco seasoning

  • 2 large or 4 smaller zucchini
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped baby bella or white mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked lentils
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • Optional toppings: cilantro, avocado, cheese

How to Make Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

an overhead shot of taco stuffed zucchini boats topped with cilantro on a white plate

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Cut the ends off of the zucchinis and then cut them in half, lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the inside pulp of the zucchinis and finely chop the pulp.hallow zucchini boats on cutting board with a spoon
  3. Set the zucchini boats on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium heat. Add the onions, mushrooms, zucchini pulp, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened and the mushrooms and zucchini pulp release their liquid and cook down, about 7 minutes. cooking the onions, mushrooms, and zucchini pulp in a pan
  5. Add the cooked lentils, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning and stir to combine well. Allow this mixture to gently simmer for 10 minutes. lentil taco mixture cooking in a pan and a wooden spoon
  6. Transfer the lentil taco mixture evenly to the inside of the zucchini boats. Cook in the preheated over for 20-25 minutes, until the zucchini is tender. zucchini boats filled with lentil taco mixture
  7. Serve with optional toppings. Enjoy!

What to Serve with Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These make a low-calorie main course, so add one or more of these side dishes to make a filling vegan meal!

  • Zesty Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Dipping Sauce
  • Chickpea Salad
  • Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup with Zucchini and Corn
  • Vegan Corn Chowder
  • Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili

You might also want to check out my Vegan Meatballs recipe!

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Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats (Vegan + Gluten Free)


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  • Author: Maryea Flaherty of Happy Healthy Mama
  • Total Time: 47 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

These Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats have a vegan taco mixture made with mushrooms and lentils and are bursting with flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large or 4 smaller zucchini
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped baby bella or white mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked lentils
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • Optional toppings: cilantro, avocado, cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Cut the ends off of the zucchinis and then cut them in half, lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the inside pulp of the zucchinis and finely chop the pulp.
  3. Set the zucchini boats on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium heat. Add the onions, mushrooms, zucchini pulp, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened and the mushrooms and zucchini pulp release their liquid and cook down, about 7 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked lentils, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning and stir to combine well. Allow this mixture to gently simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer the lentil taco mixture evenly to the inside of the zucchini boats. Cook in the preheated over for 20-25 minutes, until the zucchini is tender.
  7. Serve with optional toppings. Enjoy!

Notes

*I use canned lentils that I drain the liquid from for this recipe.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 37
  • Category: recipes
  • Method: oven
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 large zucchini boat
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5.1 grams
  • Fat: 4.1 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 22 grams
  • Fiber: 7.8 grams
  • Protein: 8.6 grams

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  1. t rex games says

    December 24, 2020 at 7:11 am

    I have not eaten this dish steamed time, it looks delicious!

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  2. run 3 says

    October 17, 2020 at 10:43 am

    I made these last night and they were amazing! Definitely adding them to the rotation!!

    ★★★★★

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