Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini: Comfort Food Made Light

Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini is a delightful vegetarian dish combining zucchini with a creamy filling, perfect for gluten-free and low-carb diets.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 rollatini

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rollatini

2 medium Zucchini a mix of green and yellow for color
15 oz Ricotta Cheese strained
1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano grated, plus extra for topping
8 oz Mozzarella Cheese fresh, for topping
1 large Egg optional for binding
1 cup Fresh Basil & Parsley chopped
2 cloves Garlic minced
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper

For the Sauce

2 cups Tomato Sauce/Marinara high-quality or homemade

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
Mandoline
Baking tray
Baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Slice the zucchini into 1/8-inch thick slices lengthwise.
Sprinkle the sliced zucchini with salt and let rest for 5 minutes. Bake for 1 minute and pat dry.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, 1/2 cup Parmigiano, basil, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper until creamy.
Lay two overlapping zucchini slices and spread 1 tablespoon of the filling, then roll it up and place seam-side down in a baking dish with sauce.
Top with more marinara, sprinkle with mozzarella and remaining Parmigiano. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
Let rest for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollatiniCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Strain ricotta to prevent sogginess. Opt for uniform zucchini slices for even cooking.

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