As an added bonus they are properly combined, if you follow food combining for easier digestion. They are also a great low-carb pizza option for those who need it. (Much easier than taking the time to make a cauliflower pizza crust!)
How to Make Zucchini Boats
To make zucchini boats, slice a zucchini in half and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Be careful not to scoop out too much of the zucchini, because you want the boats to be sturdy enough to hold all of your pizza toppings later.
Arrange the scooped-out zucchini cut-side-up on a baking sheet (no need to grease the pan; they won’t stick). Bake the zucchini boats until tender, about 20-30 minutes.
Zucchini Boat Recipe
You can top your baked zucchini boats with any toppings you like. For this pizza version, I like to start with a sugar-free marinara or pizza sauce, and then I add a little shredded cheese (or try a vegan cheese sauce, for a dairy-free option), and my favorite pizza toppings. You can use chopped bell peppers, olives, pepperoni, fresh basil, or anything else you love.
To finish them off, you simply bake again until the toppings are hot and bubbly. I like to bake them for about 10 more minutes, so the zucchini is easy enough to cut with the side of a fork.
Recipe Notes:
You can make this recipe vegan by omitting the pepperoni and using a vegan cheese sauce. (Or try a store bought vegan cheese– I like Miyoko’s brand.) Or, try my Vegan Stuffed Zucchini recipe for a Mexican-style variation!
More Healthy Pizza Ideas:
If you love pizza as much as I do, you should probably try these options, too. They are a great way to eat more veggies, while enjoying the pizza flavors that you love!
Cauliflower “Steak” Pizza
Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Pizza Roasted Vegetables
Pizza Stir-Fry P.S. For more healthy recipes, be sure to check out my new book, The Fresh & Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook. When you preorder a copy before October 9th, you’ll get a 52-page Weight Loss Guide, complete with exclusive recipes to help you reach your health goals. This free gift is my way of saying THANK YOU for your support! Get all the details here. — Reader Feedback: Do you have another way you like to enjoy pizza? Please share! Apparently “pizza smoothies” are a thing, too, but I don’t think I can go there…. ha!
