Grilled Mediterranean Zucchini Boats [gluten-free + high-protein] • Wholesome Helper

These grilled Mediterranean zucchini boats with salmon are a type of recipes that really feel restaurant-level however come along with pantry staples and some contemporary substances. Clear, vibrant, and full of taste…precisely what summer season cooking needs to be.

If you happen to’re on the lookout for a contemporary, high-protein summer season recipe that feels elevated however takes minimal effort, these grilled Mediterranean zucchini boats ship. Filled with smoky salmon, creamy hummus, briny olives, and tangy feta, this dish hits that good steadiness of sunshine, satisfying, and flavor-forward.

Whether or not you’re firing up the grill or utilizing your oven, these zucchini boats are a straightforward go-to for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or perhaps a low-carb entertaining choice.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Excessive-protein & low-carb due to salmon and zucchini
• Mediterranean diet-friendly with wholesome fat and contemporary substances
• Fast and simple — prepared in beneath half-hour
• Grill or oven adaptable relying in your setup
• Nice for meal prep — reheats superbly

Substances

• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise with seeds scooped out
• 1 cedar plank salmon (grilled and chopped)
• 1/4 cup roasted purple pepper hummus
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped
• 1/4 cup roasted tomatoes, chopped
• 4 tbsp basil pesto
• 3 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
• Olive oil (for brushing)
• Salt and pepper

The right way to Make Grilled Mediterranean Zucchini Boats

1. Prep the Zucchini: Preheat your grill to medium warmth. Trim the ends of the zucchini, slice them in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds to create “boats.” Brush the within with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

2. Grill the Zucchini: Place zucchini cut-side down on the grill and prepare dinner uncovered for 4–5 minutes, till evenly charred and caramelized. Take away and put aside. No grill? Broil within the oven for about 10 minutes as a substitute.

3. Make the Mediterranean Salmon Filling:

In a bowl, mix:

• chopped grilled salmon
• roasted purple pepper hummus
• chopped kalamata olives
• roasted tomatoes

Combine till evenly mixed.

4. Stuff the Zucchini Boats: Divide the salmon combination evenly amongst every zucchini half.

Prime every with:

• 1 tablespoon basil pesto
• a sprinkle of crumbled feta

5. End Cooking: Return to the grill and prepare dinner uncovered for 10 minutes, till heated by and barely effervescent. (Oven choice: Broil for 3–5 minutes till the tops are evenly golden.)

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Ideas for the Greatest Zucchini Boats

• Don’t overcook the zucchini — you need tender however nonetheless structured boats
• Use high-quality salmon for the most effective taste payoff
• Drain watery substances (like tomatoes) to keep away from sogginess
• Go heavy on herbs — contemporary basil or parsley provides a brilliant end

Variations & Substitutions

• Swap salmon for grilled rooster or chickpeas for a distinct protein
• Use sun-dried tomatoes as a substitute of roasted for a deeper taste
• Strive goat cheese as a substitute of feta for a creamier texture
• Add pine nuts or toasted breadcrumbs for crunch

What to Serve with Zucchini Boats

These pair effectively with:

• a easy arugula salad with lemon French dressing
• quinoa or couscous for a heartier meal
• grilled pita and further hummus

Storage & Meal Prep

• Retailer leftovers in an hermetic container for as much as 3 days
• Reheat within the oven or air fryer for greatest texture
• Keep away from microwaving too lengthy to stop soggy zucchini

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92 responses to “Grilled Mediterranean Zucchini Boats [gluten-free + high-protein]”

1. I’ve by no means considered making tuna salad with hummus, I get pleasure from each, I’ve bought to strive it. The zucchini boats sound delish. Thanks for the recipe.

   
   

2. What a fantastic thought! Completely my sort of meals 🙂 #tastytuesdays

   
   

3. Yum! Your zucchini boats seems fabulous and I like the thought of utilizing hummus with them.

   
   

4. These look excellent! I’d take out the olives as a result of (sadly) I don’t like them however every part else seems fantastic!

   
   

5. What a fantastic thought so as to add hummus to tuna! I need to strive. These are attractive. Pinning for when my zucchini glut happens!

   
   

6. These look nice Kaila! I like stuffing zucchini. My favourite factor to do is floor turkey with taco seasoning.. however I must strive these!

   
   

7. These look wonderful! I’ve by no means stuffed a zucchini earlier than and I don’t know why. My favourite veggie (that’s really a fruit) to stuff is a bell pepper. YUM!

   
   

8. SCORE!! That appears so scrumptious. We’re all the time on the lookout for new methods to do tuna, and as a lot as I like tuna salad and tuna melts, they’ll get outdated. This can be a nice thought. AND we love zucchini. Thanks a lot!

   
   

9. These are some hearty look zucchini boats – and such a fantastic recipe for this time of 12 months. Will keep in mind it for my subsequent batch of CSA zukes!

   
   

10. Oh wow they give the impression of being scrumptious, I like stuffed courgettes. Thanks for linking as much as #tastytuesdays

    
    

11. This seems actually yummy. I like stuffed greens. We regularly do stuffed peppers, squashes – summer season and spaghetti and they’re scrumptious. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Sally @ Life Loving

    
    

12. Ooooooo, yummy! Thanks for sharing this. Thanks for linking up on the Weekend Weblog Hop at My Flagstaff Dwelling!

    Jennifer

    
    

13. I don’t know the place to begin with these…. they give the impression of being scrumptious, easy, and chic! Sure like so easy you may throw them collectively at house, wholesome, scrumptious, and filling. But in addition they look so good you might serve them for associates or discover them at a restaurant.

    
    

14. I’ve a abundance of zucchini proper now from the backyard and I can’t wait to do this with them!! Thanks a lot for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! This submit has been pinned on the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! I like having you and might’t wait to see you subsequent week!

    
    

15. My courgettes (zuccinni) are simply began to get sufficiently big to reap so I could effectively make this recipe quickly! #recipeoftheweek

    
    

16. Zucchini boats are so good! We’ve been doing rather a lot this time of 12 months with the fabulous produce!

    
    

17. Love the addition of the tuna to Mediterranean zucchini boats – option to Rock the Boat!

18. these look actually good, going to go over to Complete Meals to get the natural model and make it for dinner one night time. thanks for sharing. Stopping by from #SaturdaySharefest #SITSBlogging

    
    

19. I’m an enormous tuna fan as effectively and this recipe seems scrumptious! I’m undoubtedly going to be making it!
    Visiting from Saturday Sharefest

    xoxo
    Lisa

    
    

20. Loving all of the briny goodness on this dish. I’m an enormous fan of each tuna and zucchini. And olives. And feta. So yeah. I’m throughout this. Thanks for linking as much as #SaucySaturdays.

    
    

21. It seems scrumptious! Are you able to wait to strive it!

    
    

22. I used to be planning to say, ” can NOT wait to strive it,” however my children got here screaming “YOU touched it!” “No! YOU touched it first!” So I ended up typing “You” rather than “not.” Sorry!

    
    

23. Thanks a lot for linking as much as #SaucySaturdays! I like the thought of zucchini boats as a vessel (no pun meant) for the tuna! What a fantastic and wholesome option to eat it. I’ve been attempting to go 100percentpaleo for some time and it will undoubtedly assist with new menu concepts. I shall be linking as much as your celebration as effectively.

    
    

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25. Hello Joli,
    This sounds scrumptious and I like the substances. Zucchini is in season now and I do know we now have a great deal of it – so this might be one other good way to make use of it and have a scrumptious wholesome meal. Thanks for sharing on Actual Meals Fridays. Pinned & twitted.

    
    

26. Yummy! Love zucchini, seems so good!

    
    

27. I’ve to make these! Thanks for linking as much as #brillianblogposts x

    
    

28. These look attractive and stuffed with fantastic flavours. Should strive!

    
    

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    Miz Helen

    
    

30. Yum! My children are going to like these! Thanks for sharing them at Savoring Saturdays!

    
    

31. These look so good! I guess they’d prove nice roasted within the oven as effectively. Pinned!

    
    

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45. Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner Get together. Have a fantastic week.

    
    

46. Wow, that is making me hungry. I’m going to make it! Thanks for sharing on the Weekend Weblog Hop at My Flagstaff Dwelling! –Jennifer

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