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Erin Lynch

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March 8, 2025

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5 from 20 votes

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Zucchini Pizza Boats come together in just 30-minutes. Fully loaded with sausage, mushrooms, peppers and olives, it’s a lower-carb, lower-calorie way to enjoy pizza and sneak some extra veggies into your diet.

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If you’re one of those lucky people who has loads of zucchini growing in their garden right now, this recipe is definitely for you. I on the other hand am one of those unlucky (green thumb impaired) people who has one zucchini growing on the ginormous plant that’s taking up about half of my raised garden bed…

But, there also seems to be no shortage of people giving away zucchinis this time of year too… I like being the recipient of those.

Especially because I can make these yummy pizza boats with them!

I like my zucchini pizza boats like I like my pizza. Fully loaded, with all the toppings. Sometimes also known as a “supreme” pizza.

Overhead shot of zucchini pizza boats on baking sheet.

Table of Contents

  • Ingredients needed
  • How to make them
  • Topping ideas
  • How to make ahead & store
  • FAQs
  • Wine pairings
  • Full Recipe

Ingredients needed

  • Zucchini
  • Olive Oil
  • Italian Sausage – You can also use turkey sausage or ground beef. Or, use veggie crumbles or leave off the sausage to keep these vegetarian.
  • Pizza Sauce – Or, try my homemade marinara sauce.
  • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • Mushrooms
  • Green Peppers
  • Black Olives
  • Red Onions

How to make them

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  • Cut zucchini in half horizontally, then scoop out the seeds. Place them on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Brown sausage. Cook sausage in a large skillet until browned. Stir in pizza sauce and heat for 1-2 minutes longer.
  • Add toppings. Add sausage mixture to each zucchini boat, then top with cheese, mushrooms, green pepper, red onion and olives.
  • Bake. Place into oven and bake until the zucchini is tender and the cheese has melted, about 12-18 minutes.
  • Enjoy! Serve immediately, garnished with basil and red pepper flakes, if desired.

Topping ideas

I made a “supreme” pizza stuffed zucchini boats. But you can also make these with any of your favorite toppings. Here’s some other tasty options:

  • Hawaiian – Ham, pineapple, red onions
  • Caprese – Fresh chopped tomatoes, basil and a drizzle of reduced balsamic vinegar
  • Taco Zucchini Boats – Taco meat, cheddar cheese, black olives, salsa, sour cream (maybe even some crumbled tortilla chips on top for extra crunch)

How to make ahead & store

  • You can definitely make these ahead of time and then reheat them in the microwave or in a 350-degree oven for 30 minutes. If reheating them in the oven, place them in a pan and wrap them tightly with foil. Because they reheat so well, I love to make extras for meal prep. They’re perfect for quick workday lunches.
Overhead shot of zucchini pizza boats with supreme toppings.

FAQs

How many calories are in zucchini pizza boats?

They have about 429 calories for two zucchini halves. You can cut calories even further by using turkey sausage, or leaving out the sausage entirely. You can also use reduced fat mozzarella cheese or even omit the cheese entirely for a low-fat option. 

Are these keto-friendly?

Yes! These are perfect to enjoy if you’re following a ketogenic diet. They are low carb and filled with protein from the sausage and mozzarella cheese. Zucchini are a keto friendly vegetable because they are grown above ground.

Wine pairings

  • These pizza toppings of sausage, peppers and olives will pair best with a Syrah, a wine that echoes those flavors with its bold spiciness and notes of green pepper and olive.

More zucchini recipes

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  • Sauteed Zucchini & Squash
  • Zucchini Noodles with Fresh Herbs & Fried Capers
  • Zucchini Pasta Salad
  • Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups
  • Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
  • Greek Stuffed Zucchini Boats
  • Taco Zucchini Boats
  • Flank Steak with Zucchini & Whipped Feta
  • Spaghetti Alla Nerano (Spaghetti with Zucchini)

More quick & easy recipes

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  • Thai Beef Salad
  • Chicken Marsala

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Zucchini Pizza Boats

Zucchini Pizza Boats come together in just 30-minutes. Fully loaded with sausage, mushrooms, peppers and olives, it’s a lower-carb, lower-calorie way to enjoy pizza and sneak some extra veggies into your diet. 
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Serves 4 people
Created by Platings and Pairings
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 8 ounces italian link sausage (casing removed)
  • 14 ounce jar pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese ((6 ounces))
  • 1 cup sliced button mushrooms
  • ½ green pepper (diced)
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • 2 Tablespoons sliced olives
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh basil (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Cut each zucchini in half horizontally, then scoop out the seeds. If they don’t lie flat, trim a thin strip from the bottom. Place them on a baking sheet or in a 9×13 casserole dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, 4-6 minutes, making sure to crumble the sausage as it cooks; drain excess fat. Stir in pizza sauce and heat for 1-2 minutes longer.
  • Add sausage mixture to each zucchini boat, then top with cheese, mushrooms, green pepper, red onion and olives.
  • Place into oven and bake until the zucchini is tender and the cheese has melted, about 12-18 minutes.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with basil and red pepper flakes, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 1285mg | Potassium: 1142mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1325IU | Vitamin C: 56.3mg | Calcium: 267mg | Iron: 2.8mg
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This zucchini pizza boat recipe was originally published in 2018. It was updated in 2023 to add new content. The recipe remains the same. Enjoy!

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25 responses

  1. Catherine @ To & Fro Fam
    August 14, 2018

    Zucchini boats would be so fun to make as a group for a dinner party—or even with kids! I can totally see my girls getting excited about putting on their favorite toppings.

    Reply
    1. Erin
      August 14, 2018

      You’re right Catherine – These would be tons of fun at a party! Especially if you’re lucky enough (or your guests are lucky enough) to have loads of zucchini growing in the backyard.

      Reply
  2. Hawnuh Lee
    August 14, 2018

    These look so lovely! I am all about those olives though, might just do one with that 😀

    Reply
    1. Erin
      August 14, 2018

      I’m sure that would be amazing Hawnuh! My brother would probably eat these that way too – He always loved just plain cheese and black olives on his pizza!

      Reply
  3. Marlynn | Urban Bliss Life
    August 14, 2018

    5 stars
    I can’t stop looking at these. They are so pretty and colorful! And just how I like to eat: lots of color and textures and flavor. What a great pizza alternative, Erin!

    Reply
    1. Erin
      August 14, 2018

      Thanks Marlynn – I’ll bet you could even make them dairy free!

      Reply
  4. Breona Graper
    August 14, 2018

    5 stars
    I wish my zucchini boats looked this pretty. They look so delish. I like the Caprese toppings suggestion as well. A great healthier option to pizza yet still as satisfying. Thanks for sharing Erin!

    Reply
  5. Kelsey
    August 15, 2018

    These look SO good! I have a ginormo zucchini sitting in my fridge, and now I know what to do with it! Do you think you could freeze these or would they get squishy?

    Reply
    1. Erin
      August 15, 2018

      Hi Kelsey – Unfortunately, I think these will get squishy in the freezer 🙁
      My best thought would be to blanch the scooped out zucchini in boiling water first, then pack on the ingredients, and then freeze without baking.

      Reply
  6. Mary
    August 15, 2018

    5 stars
    I could eat zucchini for days! My kids on the other hand, not such fans. BUT they do love pizza! Gonna give this one a whirl for them to see if it will entice them to eat more zucchini. Lord knows we have tons of it in our garden right now!

    Reply
    1. Erin
      August 19, 2018

      Let me know what they think Mary!

      Reply
  7. traci
    August 31, 2018

    5 stars
    Erin, I just came across these gorgeous pizza boats and remembered that my other half used to make these during zucchini season. For some reason, they fell off of our summer meal list…but I’m determined to bring ’em back thanks to you 🙂 Yours are gorgeous! Wishing I had some in front of me right NOW. Pinning, sharing, bookmarking…ALL the things 🙂

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    1. Erin
      September 5, 2018

      So happy I could help out Traci!

      Reply
  8. Florence Farrell
    December 23, 2018

    Hi Erin,
    Love this recipe as it is, however, is there a way to use it as a side dish for Christmas?
    My son loves zuccini😍
    Thanks

    Reply
  9. Amber
    January 20, 2019

    5 stars
    I love this recipe! I make it all the time. I make my own spicy pizza sauce and turkey sausage crumbles and it’s delicious! It’s a new staple of mine now. Thanks so much for sharing!!

    Reply
    1. Erin
      January 22, 2019

      Of course! I’m happy to hear that you liked it!

      Reply
  10. Rusty Angelo
    March 11, 2019

    5 stars
    Delicious I didn’t have pepperoni so I used Turkey apple sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers and olives it was so good.

    Reply
    1. Erin
      March 11, 2019

      That sounds fantastic Rusty!

      Reply
  11. Jennie
    May 26, 2020

    5 stars
    Erin -I went all out and added pepperoni, sausage, ground beef and bacon. They were wonderful!! Thanks!

    Reply
    1. Erin
      May 26, 2020

      I’m so glad you liked it!

      Reply
  12. Jennie LaMancuso
    January 11, 2022

    5 stars
    Loved it and even the leftovers were great!!

    Reply
    1. Erin
      January 11, 2022

      Thank you!

      Reply
  13. Karen
    March 27, 2023

    5 stars
    Thanks, these were great and simple to make. I used hot Italian sausage, bacon bits, turkey pepperoni, red onion & green peppers. Very tasty.

    Reply
  14. Devin
    April 21, 2023

    These were amazing! Love how they are keto friendly!! It would be fun to make this as a keto pizza lasagna! Love your recipes Erin!!! Delicious as always!

    Reply
    1. Erin
      April 24, 2023

      Thanks Devin!

      Reply

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