Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups
Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups are a delightful twist on traditional lasagna, featuring fresh zucchini noodles filled with a creamy ricotta mixture, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese. Each bite offers a burst of flavor that will satisfy your cravings while keeping things light and healthy. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this dish is as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 roll-ups) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis (sliced lengthwise into 1/4 inch strips)
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchinis lengthwise and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, half the mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Spoon filling onto each zucchini slice and roll them up tightly.
- Place seam-side down in the dish; cover with remaining marinara sauce and mozzarella.
- Bake covered with foil for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 roll-ups (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, mix in chopped spinach into the ricotta filling. Substitute ricotta with cottage cheese for a different texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.