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1 protein = 3 oz. chicken, 2 Vegetables, 1 Healthy Fat
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- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 oz ground turkey
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp Himalayan sea salt
- 1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
- cilantro optional
- avocado optional
- shredded lettuce optional
Ingredients
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1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Scoop out the insides of the zucchini with a spoon or melon scooper and chop them.
3. Add the chopped zucchini to a large skillet.
4. Place the scooped out zucchini shells into a 9 by 13 baking dish. (If you prefer a softer zucchini, place this dish in the oven and cook for about 15 minutes then scoop the cooked filling into the zucchini boats and bake as directed below).
5. Cook the chopped zucchini with extra virgin olive oil and garlic on medium heat and add the turkey.
6. Once the turkey is browned, add the seasonings, and cherry tomatoes.
7. Continue to cook for a few more minutes.
8. Fill zucchini with this mixture.
9. Cover and bake 20-25 minutes or until zucchini is tender.
10. Enjoy with cilantro, shredded lettuce and 1/8 avocado!