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Zucchini and Cheese Roll-Ups

A delightful Italian-inspired dish that combines the freshness of zucchini with rich and creamy cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium-large Zucchini Look for zucchini that are relatively straight and uniform in width.
  • 15 ounces Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Draining any excess whey is key for a thick filling.
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese Divided for filling and topping.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Divided for filling and topping.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder for the cheese filling.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Provides a pungent, aromatic base.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Chopped, can substitute with dried basil.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Salt Divided, essential for flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild, earthy heat.
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a kick of heat.
  • 2 cups Your Favorite Marinara Sauce Forms the flavorful base in the baking dish.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Zucchini Planks: Wash and dry zucchini, trim ends, and slice lengthwise into ⅛-inch thick planks.
  2. Sweat the Zucchini: Lay planks on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Dry the Zucchini: Pat both sides of each plank dry with paper towels.
  4. Create the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, ½ cup Parmesan, egg, garlic, basil, remaining salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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