Pizza Zucchini Boats

Pizza zucchini boats are a delicious and simple meal, loaded with melted cheese and pepperoni, that make a great alternative on pizza night.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Pizza Zucchini Boats Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 188kcal

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise but do not cut off the tops. Use either a spoon or a melon baller to scoop out the insides of the zucchini. (Be careful not to pierce through the zucchini) Place the sliced and scooped zucchini halves, cut side up, on the prepared baking sheet. Blot the inside of the zucchini with a paper towel.
Use a pastry brush to brush each of the zucchini halves with the extra virgin olive oil.
Sprinkle each halved zucchini with kosher salt and cracked black pepper. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the zucchini from the oven. Pat dry with a paper towel.
Spread 1½ tablespoons of pizza sauce down the center of each zucchini.
Sprinkle each zucchini half with ¼ cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce.
Arrange 14 to 16 slices of mini pepperoni over the mozzarella cheese layer. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden. Allow the pizza boats to rest a few minutes before serving.

To ensure an even cooking, cut each zucchini into halves of similar sizes and thickness.
A teaspoon is about the right size to scoop out the zucchini flesh. Or you could use a melon baller instead.
Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your zucchini boats as the suggested baking time approaches.