Last Updated on June 20, 2023

If you’re looking for a tasty and nutritious way to enjoy zucchini this summer you have to try these Vegan Mongolian Beef Zucchini Boats! Made gluten-free, vegan, and low-carb, they’re a perfect addition to your summer menu!

If you’re craving something savory and satisfying, these Vegan Mongolian Beef Zucchini Boats are sure to hit the spot! Packed with flavor and nutrition, they’re a great way to enjoy a guilt-free meal. They are easy to make and you have the option to roast the zucchini or grill them outside.

Whether you’re gluten-free, vegan, or just looking for a healthy meal option, this recipe is sure to please! This zucchini recipe is bursting with flavor, packed with nutrients, and surprisingly filling! These zucchini boats are easy to make and are perfect for summertime dining.

The Ingredients

You’ll need simple ingredients for this recipe:

Zucchini. You’ll need to buy four medium-large whole zucchini. You’ll be cutting them in half so you’ll end up with eight halves.

Shredded carrots. I buy pre-shredded carrots for this recipe, but feel free to slice your own at home. The recipe calls for one cup of shredded carrots.

Plant-based ground beef. My favorite plant-based ground beef is BY FAR Abbot’s Butcher. They use clean ingredients and it’s tastes AMAZING! Especially in these zucchini boats!

Red bell pepper. Chop the red bell pepper into smaller chunks. You’ll be cooking the pepper with the “meat” and carrots. Feel free to swap out the color of bell pepper if you prefer.

Ginger. I buy fresh ginger and grate it into the meat mixture. You may also buy pre-minced ginger if that’s easier. You’ll need about one tablespoon.

Green onions. The green onions are optional but recommended for garnish.

The Sauce

Soy sauce. Make sure you use gluten-free soy sauce, otherwise known as Tamari soy sauce, or you can also use liquid aminos (what I used). You’ll only need 1/4 cup for the Mongolian sauce in this recipe.

Minced garlic. I like to buy the jarred pre-minced garlic. Feel free to use cloves of garlic if you’d like. I used one tablespoon of minced garlic in this recipe, which is about six cloves of garlic. Feel free to alter/modify this to your taste.

Sriracha. I added two teaspoons of gluten-free sriracha hot sauce in this recipe. It ended up being a tad bit spicier than I was thinking- however, I’m a wuss when it comes to a spicy food, haha. It wasn’t intolerable, though- my kids even still ate them. That being said, if you want to only use one teaspoon feel free.

Coconut sugar. This doesn’t add any sort of coconut flavor, it brings the perfect amount of sweetness to the Mongolian “beef”.

Tapioca flour/starch. I used this as a thickener for the sauce. You may also use cornstarch. I prefer tapioca as a grain-free substitute. Arrowroot powder/flour works as well.

How to Make These Zucchini Boats

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Wash and cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and place the halves onto a parchment-line baking sheet.

Using a spoon or measuring spoon, scoop out the flesh of the zucchini, leaving a thin border around the edges.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the tablespoon of olive oil. Add the ground “beef” and cook for about 5 minutes and then add the shredded carrots, diced red bell pepper, and scooped out zucchini flesh. Grate the fresh ginger into the skillet, stir to combine and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes while you prepare the sauce, stirring occasionally.

To make the sauce, whisk together gluten-free soy sauce, coconut sugar, minced garlic, sriracha, and tapioca flour in a small bowl. Pour the sauce over the beef mixture, stir and let it simmer for a few minutes.

Spoon the beef mixture into the zucchini boats and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes.

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

So, if you’re looking for a healthy and delicious summer meal, these Vegan Mongolian Beef Zucchini Boats are the perfect choice! Made with fresh, wholesome ingredients, plant-based beef and bursting with Mongolian flavor, they’re sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.

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