Description
Creamy, comforting zucchini roll ups filled with ricotta and baked in a luscious white sauce, this veg-forward dish is protein-packed, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy yet wholesome meal.
Ingredients
- Zucchini: 3 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into thin strips
- Ricotta Cheese: 1 1/2 cups full-fat ricotta cheese
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, plus extra for garnish
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Creamy White Sauce: 1 cup prepared white sauce
Instructions
- Slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips. Brush lightly with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt.
- Place the zucchini strips on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until tender and flexible. Let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Spoon a generous amount of the ricotta mixture onto each zucchini strip and gently roll it up.
- Spread the creamy white sauce evenly over the bottom of a baking dish.
- Arrange the zucchini roll ups seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with extra parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use full-fat ricotta for the creamiest texture.
- Pre-baking the zucchini helps prevent excess moisture.
- Let the dish rest briefly after baking so the roll ups hold their shape.
- Great served with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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