Keto Bacon-Wrapped Zucchini Boats (Printable)

Zucchini halves stuffed with creamy cheesy herb filling, wrapped in crispy bacon for a savory low-carb meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large zucchini
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cheese & Dairy

03 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese

→ Herbs & Seasonings

06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
08 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
10 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Meats

11 - 8 slices bacon

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Wash and dry zucchini. Slice each lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the center, creating boats. Brush cut sides with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, chives, Italian herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
04 - Distribute cheese mixture evenly among zucchini boats, spreading to fill completely.
05 - Wrap each stuffed zucchini half with 1 to 2 slices of bacon, tucking ends underneath.
06 - Place wrapped zucchini boats on prepared baking sheet with seam side down.
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bacon is crisp and zucchini is tender.
08 - Allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It tastes like comfort food but asks almost nothing of your carb count.
  • The bacon gets impossibly crispy while the zucchini stays tender underneath, and that contrast is honestly addictive.
  • You can have dinner on the table in under an hour with minimal cleanup.
02 -
  • Don't skip scooping out the zucchini centers—that's what creates the boat shape and makes room for all that glorious filling.
  • If your bacon isn't crispy enough after 30 minutes, it's okay to broil them for the last minute or two, but watch closely so the cheese doesn't burn.
03 -
  • Arrange your bacon slices on the boat slightly overlapping so they wrap snugly and stay in place as they cook and shrink.
  • Save any little scooped-out zucchini pieces for a side salad or add them to your cheese mixture if you want extra zucchini flavor throughout.
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