Olive-Cheese Zucchini Boats Recipe

Olive-Cheese Zucchini Boats Recipe

  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
  • 1/4 cup soft bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped stuffed olives
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese
  1. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; scoop out and reserve pulp, leaving 1/4-in. shells. Place zucchini shells, cut side down, in a skillet. Add water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until tender; drain.
  2. Turn shells cut side up; sprinkle with salt. Chop zucchini pulp; saute in a small saucepan in butter for 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in bread crumbs and olives. Spoon into the zucchini shells; sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook over medium heat (with no added water) for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.