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zucchini rolls

Low-carb Zucchini Rollatini made with strips of grilled zucchini stuffed with a basil-cheese filling, then rolled and topped with marinara and mozzarella. A delicious and healthy vegetarian dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 3
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 large zucchini about 14 oz each, cut lengthwise into 12 (1/4-inch thick) slices
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • fresh black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup quick marinara sauce
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.66 cup part skim ricotta cheese I like Polly-O
  • 0.5 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese plus more for serving
  • 0.25 cup chopped basil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.75 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 3 oz, I like Polly-O

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 400F. Spread 1/4 cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Cut the zucchini lengthwise, into 1/4-inch thick slices until you have a total of 12 slices about the same size. It’s easiest to do this with a mandolin.
  • Season both sides of the zucchini with 1/2 tsp salt and pepper, then grill on a grill pan over high heat to help dry out the zucchini, until pliable and grill marks form, but not fully cooked, about 2 minutes on each side.
  • In a medium bowl, beat the egg then mix together with ricotta, Pecorino Romano, basil, garlic, 1/8 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper.
  • Spread the ricotta mixture (about 1.5 tablespoons each) evenly onto each zucchini slice, spreading to cover.
  • Roll up slices and arrange them each seam side down in the prepared dish. Top each with 1 tbsp marinara sauce and 1 tbsp mozzarella cheese and tightly cover with foil.
  • Bake 20 minutes, or until the cheese is hot and melted.

Notes

These zucchini rolls are a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta dishes. They are flavorful and satisfying, making them a perfect weeknight meal or a healthy side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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