Zucchini Rolls

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Zucchini Rolls

These delicious Zucchini Rolls are a light, cheesy, and flavorful dish that makes a perfect low-carb dinner, appetizer, or side. Thin zucchini slices are roasted until tender, then filled with a creamy ricotta and Parmesan mixture, rolled up, and baked in a rich tomato sauce. The result is beautifully tender zucchini with a warm, cheesy center and golden melted cheese on top.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Course: Main Dish / Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 3 medium zucchini
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella, divided
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1½ cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Zucchini: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips, about ⅛-inch thick. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
  2. Roast: Arrange the zucchini slices on a baking sheet and roast for 8–10 minutes, just until flexible. Avoid overcooking, or they may become difficult to roll.
  3. Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, ½ cup mozzarella, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  4. Roll: Spread a spoonful of the cheese mixture over each zucchini slice. Carefully roll each slice into a neat spiral.
  5. Bake: Spread marinara sauce across the bottom of a baking dish. Place the zucchini rolls seam-side down over the sauce. Top with the remaining mozzarella.
  6. Finish: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Tips

For easier rolling, choose medium-sized zucchini with a similar thickness. Pat the zucchini dry after roasting to prevent watery rolls. Add spinach, cooked ground turkey, mushrooms, or red pepper flakes to the filling for extra flavor.

Approximate Nutrition Per Serving: 285 calories, 17g protein, 15g carbohydrates, 18g fat.

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