Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
3 medium zucchini, sliced in half lengthwise
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic
1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
1 Tbsp ancho chili powder
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
2/3 cup water
1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Use a spoon to scoop out the middle of each zucchini half, creating “boats.” Brush the zucchini all over with olive oil and place in a 9×13 baking dish. Bake until the zucchini is tender, about 20 minutes.
While the zucchini is baking, cook the ground beef and onion in a skillet. Drain the excess fat. Return to the heat, and add the garlic. Cook for 1 more minute. Add the tomato sauce and spices and stir well. In a bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Add to the meat mixture and stir. Allow the meat mixture to come to a boil and stir while boiling for about 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes, until it has thickened some.
When the zucchini is tender, remove it from the oven. Spoon the meat mixture into the boats. Top with cheese and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Serve topped with your favorite enchilada toppings: diced green onion, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, black olives, jalapenos, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.