Name: Zucchini Rollatini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 large zucchini; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1 cup marinara sauce; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste; Olive oil, for drizzling

Zucchini Rollatini

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A delightful dish of zucchini strips filled with creamy ricotta and marinara sauce, offering a comforting and gluten-free alternative to pasta.

Author: pedro-brice
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 large zucchini
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup marinara sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil, for drizzling

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the zucchini into thin strips.
Grill or roast the zucchini slices briefly until softened.
Mix the ricotta with garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Place a spoonful of the ricotta mixture at one end of a zucchini strip and roll it up tightly.
Nestle the rolls in a baking dish with marinara sauce.
Top with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. It can also be frozen for up to two months.

Find it online: https://www.pedrorecipes.com/zucchini-rollatini/