Low Carb Salmon and Shrimp Zucchini Boats w Cheesy Mushroom Casserole Recipe

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Low Carb Salmon and Shrimp Zucchini Boats w Cheesy Mushroom Casserole
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Description

This recipe offers a truly rewarding culinary experience, resulting in a decadent seafood feast. While it requires some time and effort in the kitchen, the end result is well worth it. The dish features tender zucchini boats generously filled with a rich, creamy salmon mixture.

Each boat is then crowned with succulent jumbo shrimp, their tails adding a touch of elegance, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese that melts into a golden crust during baking. Accompanying these vibrant zucchini boats is an equally creamy casserole, brimming with earthy mushrooms and a luscious, cheese-infused sauce. The textures of the dish are delightful: the slight firmness of the zucchini contrasts beautifully with the soft, flaky salmon and the yielding, velvety sauce.

The shrimp provide a pleasant bite, while the Parmesan offers a salty, savory note. The overall flavor profile is rich and satisfying, a testament to the harmonious blend of seafood and dairy. The richness of the meal can be balanced with a fresh side salad or light beverage.

The majority of the preparation involves baking time, allowing for flexibility in the kitchen. The mushroom casserole can be prepared in advance and reheated, and the salmon filling and shrimp can be prepped the day before, significantly reducing cooking time. For a lighter meal, the zucchini boats can be halved.

Fresh salmon fillets are recommended for this recipe, as their superior quality enhances the overall flavor and texture. There are various types of salmon to choose from. One flavorful option is salmon, known for its high fat content and rich taste.

Another good option is salmon, recognized by its vibrant red color and relatively high fat content, but at a more accessible price point. This seafood creation offers a deeply satisfying and flavorful experience, perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight meal. The combination of creamy textures, savory seafood, and cheesy accents creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
1 h 32 min
Total Time
1 h 52 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 zucchini boat w casserole serving
C
Calories
650 Kcal

C
Carbs
12 g
Fi
Fiber
4 g
Sugar
5 g

P
Protein
55 g

C
Fats
45 g
Saturated Fats 25 g
Unsaturated Fats 15 g

Cholestrol 200 mg
Sodium 600 mg
Potassium 800 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Brown Mushrooms (Italian Or Crimini Mushrooms), Raw, High In Vitamin D
    Brown Mushrooms (Italian Or Crimini Mushrooms), Raw, High In Vitamin D
    8 ounce
    2.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    1 tablespoon
    3.
    Salt
    Salt
    ¼ teaspoon
    4.
    Black Pepper
    Black Pepper
    ¼ teaspoon
    5.
    Italian Seasoning
    Italian Seasoning
    ½ teaspoon
    6.
    Unsalted Butter
    Unsalted Butter
    1-½ tablespoon
    7.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    1 teaspoon
    8.
    Paleo Baking Flour by Bob's Red Mill
    Paleo Baking Flour by Bob's Red Mill
    1 tablespoon
    9.
    Almond Milk, Plain Or Original, Unsweetened
    Almond Milk, Plain Or Original, Unsweetened
    ½ cup
    10.
    Gouda Cheese
    Gouda Cheese
    1 cup, shredded
    11.
    Gouda Cheese
    Gouda Cheese
    1 cup, shredded
    12.
    Parmesan Cheese
    Parmesan Cheese
    1 tablespoon, grated
    13.
    Zucchini
    Zucchini
    8 ounce
    14.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    1 tablespoon
    15.
    Salt
    Salt
    ¼ teaspoon
    16.
    Black Pepper
    Black Pepper
    ¼ teaspoon
    17.
    Salmon Sockeye Raw
    Salmon Sockeye Raw
    12 oz
    18.
    Seasoned Salt
    Seasoned Salt
    ⅛ teaspoon
    19.
    Lemon Pepper Seasoning
    Lemon Pepper Seasoning
    ⅛ teaspoon
    20.
    Garlic Powder
    Garlic Powder
    ⅛ teaspoon
    21.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    1 tablespoon
    22.
    Unsalted Butter
    Unsalted Butter
    1-½ tablespoon
    23.
    Cream Cheese
    Cream Cheese
    1 ounce
    24.
    Cream Heavy Whipping
    Cream Heavy Whipping
    2 tbsp
    25.
    Shrimp Raw
    Shrimp Raw
    6 large
    26.
    Seasoning by Old Bay
    Seasoning by Old Bay
    ½ tsp
    27.
    Parmesan Cheese
    Parmesan Cheese
    1 tablespoon, grated

Instructions

    1.
    Since the mushroom casserole takes longer in the oven, you orell want to make this part first. Preheat an oven to 400 degrees. Quarter cremini mushroom caps or chop into small pieces. In a large mixing bowl, mix the mushrooms with olive oil until the mushrooms absorb the oil. Then, toss the mushrooms with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Arrange the seasoned mushrooms in a 7x5 glass baking dish. Pack the mushrooms down gently.
    2.
    Set the mushrooms aside and make the cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a pot over low heat and cook the garlic in the butter for about 30 seconds. Stir in the flour into the garlic butter. Slowly whisk the mixture until the flour turns golden and the butter thickens.
    3.
    Whisk in the almond milk and bring the pot to a simmer. Let the sauce simmer until you see it thicken. Reduce the heat back to a low setting and whisk in the first amount of gouda cheese. Whisk over low heat until the sauce reduces to a thick cheese sauce. Pour the thickened cheese sauce over the mushroom casserole. Spread the sauce across the top and let it settle over the mushrooms. Don worry if the sauce is too thick to reach the bottom of the casserole dish yet.
    4.
    Wrap the dish in aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil after 20 minutes and sprinkle the final amounts of gouda and parmesan cheese over the top of the casserole. Bake for an additional 30 minutes without any foil. Let the finished casserole set aside for later.
    5.
    Reduce your oven heat to 350 degrees. For 2 servings, prepare a large zucchini by slicing it in half lengthwise and scooping out the core. You may either discard the zucchini core or save the pieces of zucchini for another recipe. The weight listed in the ingredients is the final weight of your zucchini after scooping out the cores. Rub the inside and outside of each zucchini boat with the second amount of olive oil listed and sprinkle the salt and pepper over them. Arrange the zucchini boats on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes.
    6.
    While the zucchini boats are baking, make the salmon filling. Season a large skinless filet with seasoned salt, lemon pepper, and garlic powder. Heat the third amount of olive oil in a cast-iron or non-stick skillet on high heat. Place the seasoned side of the salmon filet down in the hot oil and cook until the seasonings blacken. Flip the salmon and cook on the other side for 2-3 minutes.
    7.
    Reduce the skillet heat to low. Use a spatula to break the salmon up into chunky pieces. If there are is rare meat in the center, this is okay. Push all the salmon to the outer edge of your skillet and melt the butter in the center. Then, melt the cream cheese in the center of the skillet. Use a spatula to mix and combine the salmon chunks with the butter and cream cheese, breaking the salmon up into small pieces as it continues cooking. Finally, stir in the cream and let the salmon filling thicken and bubble.
    8.
    When the zucchini has finished cooking in the oven, fill each boat with the creamy salmon filling. Remove the shells of the jumbo shrimp (you may keep the tails on if you desire). Toss the shrimp in a small mixing bowl with the old bay seasoning. Arrange 3 seasoned shrimp on each zucchini boat and gently press the heads into the filling so they stay in place and the tails stand up a little. Sprinkle the final amount of parmesan cheese over the zucchini boats and bake for 10 more minutes. During this baking time, you may also return the mushroom casserole to the oven to reheat for serving if it has cooled down too much.