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Baked Zucchini Roll Ups

Delicious Baked Zucchini Roll Ups for a Light Comfort Dish

Baked Zucchini Roll Ups are a light comfort dish perfect for busy weeknights, combining creamy ricotta and mozzarella in tender zucchini.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Roll-Ups
  • 3 medium Zucchini sliced lengthwise into strips
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese or substitute with cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or pepper jack for a spicy kick
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or Asiago as an alternative
  • 1 large Egg
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce store-bought or homemade
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or Italian herbs

Equipment

  • Mandoline Slicer
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Trim the ends off zucchinis and slice them lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. Lay the zucchini strips on a clean kitchen towel to drain excess moisture.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, and egg. Season with salt and pepper, then stir until blended.
  4. Spread a generous layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Take a zucchini strip and place a spoonful of the cheese mixture at one end. Roll it toward the other end, tucking in the filling. Place seam-side down in the dish.
  6. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the rolls and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  7. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These roll-ups are perfect for meal prep and can be stored for leftovers. Easily customizable with different filling options.

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