Zucchini Rice Boats
Contributed by: News Canada
Serving up dinner excitement is easier than you think
(NC) - Adding inspiration to your weeknight meals is easier than you think.
With more than 40 flavours of Lipton Sidekicks to choose from, you can add excitement to your family dinner from the convenience of a few simple ingredients in your pantry and refrigerator.
Need proof? Visit www.lipton.ca and discover everything from simple stir-in suggestions to full-fledged menu ideas, such as these fun zucchini boats.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup diced white onion
- 1 cup diced white mushrooms
- 1 small carrot, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup Lipton Sidekicks Country Mushroom Rice, prepared according to package directions
- 4 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, flesh scooped out and set aside
- salt and pepper
- 3/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 F (180 C). In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion and mushrooms and saute until softened. Stir in the carrot and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the turkey and cook until browned.
Stir in the prepared rice and the zucchini flesh. Season with salt and pepper. Fill each zucchini "boat" to heaping with the rice/turkey mixture. Top with grated cheese. Bake for 20 minutes or until zucchini is soft and cheese is melted.
Serving Size: Makes 4 Servings
