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Zucchini Boats on the Grill

Zucchini Boats on the Grill feature tender squash halves filled with a cheesy vegetable medley, smoky bacon, and a touch of chile heat. Grilled over indirect heat, the zucchini stay juicy while the stuffing melds into a savory, melty bite with pops of jalapeño and olives. Great as a summer side for cookouts or a flavorful veggie-forward plate.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Zucchini Boats on the Grill
  1. 1

    Set up the grill for indirect medium heat.

  2. 2

    Put the zucchini in a large pot and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and let cool, then cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving about 1/4 inch of flesh next to the skin. Chop the pulp into small pieces.

  3. 3

    Combine the zucchini pulp, bread pieces, jalapeño, Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, onion, tomato, chile peppers, and olives in a large bowl and stir until mixed. Season with basil, seasoned salt, and pepper; mix well.

  4. 4

    Fill the zucchini halves with the pulp mixture. Wrap each zucchini boat in aluminum foil.

  5. 5

    Set the wrapped zucchini boats on the prepared grill over indirect heat and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.