Turkey Meatball Zucchini Boats

This dish transforms boring old zucchini into a fun, innovative meal - and a delicious vessel for transporting your meatballs!

Turkey meatballs are a lighter, healthier alternative to beef or pork meatballs, but still pack lots of protein and flavor. Pairing them with zucchini adds fiber, vitamins C and B6, and antioxidant power.

Baking the stuffed zucchini boats allows the flavors to mingle as the zucchini becomes tender. Mix up the meatballs by adding spices, herbs, garlic, etc. for extra flavor and nutritional value. Try different cheese toppings too like feta, or cottage cheese.

Make ahead and assemble these zucchini boats just before baking for an easy weeknight dinner. They also double as a fun, hand-held appetizer at parties. Kids will have a blast eating their own mini stuffed zucchini boat. It's a fun way to get them to eat their veggies!

Add other veggies like diced tomatoes, spinach, or bell peppers to the meatball mix for extra nutrition and color.

Serve with brown rice or quinoa on the side to make it a more substantial meal. The flavors of the zucchini boats also pair well with couscous or pasta.