Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Enjoy a gluten-free delight with Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini, featuring creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmigiano Reggiano, all in a rich marinara.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Zucchini

4 medium Zucchini sliced into ribbons

For the Marinara

2 cups Marinara Sauce high-quality, like Rao's

For the Filling

1 cup Ricotta Cheese well-drained
0.5 cup Parmigiano Reggiano freshly grated
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded or sliced
1 large Egg to bind the filling
0.25 cup Fresh Basil chopped
0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
3 cloves Garlic minced
to taste Salt for seasoning
to taste Pepper for seasoning

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
Mandoline
Mixing Bowl
Baking Tray

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into 1/8 inch ribbons.
Lay the zucchini ribbons on a baking tray and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 5 minutes to remove moisture.
Combine ricotta, ½ cup Parmigiano Reggiano, basil, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until creamy.
Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Roll zucchini slices with filling and place seam-side down in dish.
Cover rollatini with more marinara sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella and remaining Parmigiano Reggiano.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vibrant presentation, consider using a mix of green and yellow zucchinis.

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