Tuna Zucchini Boats (Low-Carb, Baked)
Looking for an easy couch food that fits your zucchini boats routine? This tuna zucchini boats is naturally low-carb, gluten-free and grain-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite low-carb recipes for anyone cutting carbs or following a keto or low-carb diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized. With just 14 g of carbs per serving, it fits easily into your daily carb budget.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 10 minutes prep, 15 minutes cook
- Servings: 2
- Carbs: 14 g per serving
- Diet: Low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 750 g zucchini
- 1 can (185 g) tuna in olive oil
- 100 g parmesan
- 150 g cream cheese (double cream)
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp chives
- 1 (85 g) onion
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) convection. Halve the zucchini lengthwise, scoop out the seeds and lay the hollowed boats on a baking tray.
- Grate the parmesan. Chop the onion (85 g) and chives; mix with the tuna and its oil, cream cheese and half the parmesan.
- Season boldly with salt, pepper and the juice of 1/2 lime. Spread the tuna mixture over the zucchini halves and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan. Bake 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C) convection.
Tips & Variations
Equally delicious cold — pack leftovers for lunch. Vary the spices: curry, rosemary or chili all work.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe keeps carbohydrates low — just 14 g per serving — while delivering plenty of healthy fats and protein. Keeping carbs moderate helps stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels, which makes weight loss easier and prevents the energy crashes and cravings that come with high-carb meals. It’s also naturally gluten-free and grain-free, making it a great choice for anyone with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really low-carb?
Yes. Tuna Zucchini Boats contains just 14 g of carbs per serving — well within even a strict keto budget.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 2.
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