Lentil-Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 400°F. Halve the zucchini lengthwise, scoop out the centers with a spoon and chop the scooped flesh.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium and cook the onion, garlic and chopped zucchini 5 minutes. Stir in the lentils, 1 cup marinara, Italian seasoning and 1/2 tsp salt.

3. 3

   Spread the remaining marinara in a baking dish, set the zucchini in it cut-side up and fill with the lentil mixture.

4. 4

   Toss the panko with 1 tbsp oil and sprinkle on top. Bake 25 minutes until the zucchini is tender and the top is golden.

5. 5

   Finish with torn basil.