High Protein Mediterranean Zucchini Boats

These High Protein Mediterranean Zucchini Boats are designed to help you manage cravings and support weight loss while delivering a burst of nutrition and flavor. Each boat features a savory filling made from lean ground turkey, spinach, and eggs—packed with satisfying protein that keeps you full longer and helps balance hormones. Topped with feta cheese, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and a drizzle of Greek yogurt sauce, this recipe provides a broad range of essential nutrients like magnesium, zinc, iron, omega-3s, and B vitamins, prioritized for your health goals. Quick to prepare and naturally low in calories, these zucchini boats are a delicious way to enjoy vibrant Mediterranean flavors in a heart-smart, hormone-friendly meal that supports your energy, skin, and digestion. Perfect for busy nights, and easily adapted for vegetarians or those seeking dairy-free options.

Overview

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

22 min

Total Time

37 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 zucchiniboat (340 grams)

Zucchini (courgette)

Halved lengthwise

4 medium (about 8 oz each)

Lean ground turkey

Can substitute with cooked lentils for vegetarian option

8 oz

Spinach

Chopped, fresh or frozen (thawed and drained)

2 cups

Egg

For binding and extra protein

2 large

Red onion

Finely diced

1/2 cup

Crumbled feta cheese

Provides calcium and tangy flavor; substitute with goat cheese or omit for dairy-free

1/2 cup

Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Raw or lightly toasted, for magnesium and zinc

2 tablespoons

Garlic

Minced

2 cloves

Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat or low-fat)

For creamy topping; substitute with coconut yogurt for dairy-free

1/2 cup

Fresh parsley

Chopped

2 tablespoons

Olive oil

For roasting and sautéing

2 teaspoons

Salt

Or to taste, use less for hypertension

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

Freshly ground

1/4 teaspoon

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

245

Total Fat

10g

Saturated Fat

3g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

5g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

110mg

Sodium

370mg

Total Carbohydrates

15g

Dietary Fiber

4g

Soluble Fiber

2g

Insoluble Fiber

2g

Total Sugars

6g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

22g

Calcium

170mg

Iron

2.8mg

Potassium

880mg

Vitamin A

1100mcg

Vitamin C

27mg

Phosphorus

260mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Peanut
Tree Nut
Gluten
Wheat