Zucchini Boats

Featuring: Zucchini and tomatoes. Zucchini and tomatoes are a good source of eye healthy antioxidants, including betacarotene, vitamin C, zeaxanthin, and lutein. These antioxidants fight free radicals and reduce the risk of developing glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.

Ingredients

  • 3 zucchini (about 6 inches in length)
  • 1 cup (150g) grape tomatoes, diced
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated

Method

  1. Cover a 9x13 inch baking pan or a baking sheet with parchment paper or tin foil. Pre-heat oven to 350℉.
  2. Trim the ends off of the zucchini and cut in half lengthwise. Using a teaspoon, scoop out the seeds leaving about ½ inch of flesh all around. Arrange on a baking pan or baking sheet.
  3. Dice the tomatoes and add to the zucchini boats. Sprinkle with salt and pepper as desired (using as little salt as you can enjoy).
  4. Sprinkle boats with parmesan cheese.
  5. Bake uncovered until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted, about 15–20 minutes. You may wish to place under a broiler for a couple of minutes until cheese is golden.

Eye-Healthy Zucchini Boats

Beta-carotene (Vitamin A)
Vitamin C
Lycopene
Zeaxanthin
Lutein