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Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini

Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini: Irresistibly Cheesy Goodness

Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini is a delightful vegetarian dish that combines ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan for a cheesy, gluten-free comfort meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 rollatini
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rollatini
  • 2 medium Zucchini Use both green and yellow for color.
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Strain excess moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for flavor.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese For the topping.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the filling.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Oregano Chopped if fresh.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tsp Salt For seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Pepper For seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce/Marinara High-quality for best results.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mandoline
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Slice the zucchini lengthwise into 1/8-inch thin pieces and salt them. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Bake zucchini slices for 1 minute, then pat dry with paper towels.
  4. In a bowl, combine ricotta, half of the Parmesan, basil, oregano, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  5. Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Take two zucchini slices, overlap slightly, spoon in filling, and roll up. Place seam-side down in baking dish.
  7. Top with more marinara and sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
  8. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollatiniCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing zucchini slices to sweat out moisture is crucial for texture. Use quality marinara for best flavor.

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