Loaded Zucchini Skins
Looking for a simple, low-carb twist on a classic appetizer? These Loaded Zucchini Skins come together in just a few easy steps, are endlessly customizable, and are sure to be a hit at your next summer gathering!
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- ¾ tsp smoked paprika
- ¾ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- Sour cream and green onions optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the zucchini lengthwise and remove the insides with a spoon. Cut each in half (each zucchini will yield 4 zucchini skins). Set aside.
- In a small bowl, stir together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Brush each zucchini skin with oil, then sprinkle with the seasoning mix.
- Place the zucchini skins in the oven and bake in the preheated oven for 5-6 minutes, or until they start to soften.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle evenly with the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon, then return to the oven for 8 minutes. After the 8 minutes, turn the oven up to a broil and boil 2 minutes. Remove from the oven.
- Garnish with sour cream and green onions if desired, then serve!
Notes
- Sour cream and green onions are optional but they do elevate the flavor! You can also serve the sour cream for dipping if desired!
- Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Make spicier zucchini skins with pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar!
Nutrition
Serving: 1/6 of recipeCalories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 5.1gProtein: 12.4gFat: 27gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 603mgFiber: 1.2gSugar: 2.9g
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