Keto Bacon-Wrapped Zucchini Boats (Printable)

Zucchini halves stuffed with cheesy herbs and wrapped in bacon for a flavorful low-carb meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large zucchini
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cheese & Dairy

03 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese

→ Herbs & Seasonings

06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
08 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
10 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Meats

11 - 8 slices bacon

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Wash and dry zucchini thoroughly. Slice each zucchini lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the center, creating boat-shaped shells. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, fresh parsley, fresh chives, dried Italian herbs, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
04 - Distribute cheese mixture evenly among each zucchini boat half, pressing gently to ensure even filling.
05 - Carefully wrap each stuffed zucchini half with one to two slices of bacon, tucking the ends underneath to secure.
06 - Place bacon-wrapped zucchini boats seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and zucchini is tender when pierced with a fork.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before plating and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Low in carbohydrates with only 5g per serving, making it ideal for keto diets.
  • A perfect balance of textures between the creamy cheese filling and crispy bacon.
  • Quick to prepare with simple kitchen tools like a spoon and baking sheet.
  • Naturally gluten-free and high in protein.
02 -
  • Ensure the bacon is wrapped tightly and placed seam-side down on the parchment paper to keep it from unravelling.
  • If the bacon isn't quite crispy enough after 30 minutes, you can broil the boats for 1–2 minutes at the end.
  • Always check your bacon and cheese packaging to ensure there are no hidden gluten-containing fillers.
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