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Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini

Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini: Comforting and Healthy Goodness

This Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini combines fresh zucchini and three cheeses for a comforting, gluten-free dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 rollatini
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 4 medium Zucchini Use both yellow and green for color.
For the Marinara
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce/Marinara Opt for quality brands like Rao’s.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Strain to avoid watery filling.
  • ½ cup Parmigiano Reggiano Freshly grated for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded or sliced cheese works.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the filling together.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Chopped.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mandoline
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Trim the ends off your zucchini, then slice them lengthwise into 1/8-inch thick ribbons.
  3. Lightly sprinkle the zucchini strips with salt and allow them to rest for about 5 minutes.
  4. Bake the zucchini slices for 1 minute on a baking sheet.
  5. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Filling and Assembly
  1. In a bowl, combine ricotta, Parmigiano, basil, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.
  2. Take two overlapping zucchini slices and spread 1 tablespoon of the ricotta filling on them.
  3. Roll the zucchini up tightly and place seam-side down in a baking dish with marinara sauce.
Baking
  1. Top the rollatini with more marinara and sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmigiano on top.
  2. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbling and zucchini is tender.
  3. Let sit for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollatiniCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a mandoline for even slices to prevent breaking during rolling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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