Name: Zucchini Boats: Bacon-Wrapped Brunch Bliss!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 3 medium zucchini; 1 tbsp unsalted butter; 6 large eggs; 4 oz cream cheese; 1 cup chopped baby spinach; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese; ¼ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 12 slices bacon

Zucchini boats are a hearty, flavorful meal. This bacon-wrapped zucchini boats recipe transforms simple ingredients into a dish perfect for brunch.

⏱ Time: 50 min

👥 Servings: 3

📊 Level: Easy

🥗 9 ingredients

Zucchini Boats: Bacon-Wrapped Brunch Bliss!

Zucchini boats: bake this incredible bacon-wrapped recipe for a delicious, low-carb meal. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 3

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

3 medium zucchini
1 tbsp unsalted butter
6 large eggs
4 oz cream cheese
1 cup chopped baby spinach
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
12 slices bacon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet, then place an oven safe cooling rack on the prepared baking sheet. You can also use a roasting pan with a fitted rack.
Cut the zucchini lengthwise and remove the insides with a spoon. Place the zucchini boats on the cooling rack.
Heat the butter on medium-low in a large skillet, then add the eggs and cubed cream cheese. Scramble until almost done but still wet and shiny. Remove from heat.
Add the spinach, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
Fill the zucchini boats evenly with the egg mixture.
Carefully wrap the zucchini boats with 2 slices of bacon each, making sure to tuck the ends of the bacon underneath the zucchini boats to prevent them from coming unwrapped in the oven.
Place the zucchini boats on your prepared baking sheet or roasting pan with the rack and bake for 30-35 minutes, broil the last 1-2 minutes for extra crispy bacon! Serve immediately.

Notes

– Don’t overcook the eggs in the skillet; they will continue to cook in the oven, ensuring a moist filling.
– For extra crispy bacon, ensure the bacon slices are evenly wrapped and consider broiling for the last minute or two, watching carefully to prevent burning.
– If you have leftover zucchini boats, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until warmed through and bacon is crisp again.

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.

Pro tips

Don’t overcook the eggs in the skillet; they will continue to cook in the oven, ensuring a moist filling.
For extra crispy bacon, ensure the bacon slices are evenly wrapped and consider broiling for the last minute or two, watching carefully to prevent burning.
If you have leftover zucchini boats, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until warmed through and bacon is crisp again.

These Bacon Wrapped Zucchini Boats are a testament to how delicious and satisfying healthy eating can be. Experiment with different cheese varieties or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a kick. Enjoy this wonderful dish!