Zucchini Boats With Ricotta-Basil Mousse Recipe

Name: Zucchini Boats With Ricotta-Basil Mousse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 small zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds); Cooking spray; 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped; 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped; 1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 2 tablespoons hot water; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Parsley sprigs (optional)

Servings: persons

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Preheat oven to 450u00b0.
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Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-inch-thick shell. Reserve pulp for another use. Arrange zucchini shells in a single layer in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
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Combine basil and next 7 ingredients (through pepper), stirring well with a whisk. Divide mixture evenly among shells, pressing gently. Bake at 450u00b0 for 20 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 small zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds), Cooking spray, 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped, 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Boats With Ricotta-Basil Mousse falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zucchini Boats With Ricotta-Basil Mousse

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