Recipe: Zucchini Ricotta Rolls

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Nutritional Info (per serving)
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20112

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 4 large zucchini, sliced thin lengthwise (use mandoline)
  • 1.5 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp butter (melted, for drizzling)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • ½ tsp Herbes de Provence
  • Zest of one lemon
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prep Zucchini: Slice zucchini lengthwise into thin ribbons. Lightly salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Make Filling: In a bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, egg, basil, Herbes de Provence, Parmesan, salt, and pepper, lemon zest
  4. Assemble Rolls:
    • Add 1–2 teaspoons of filling to the end of each zucchini ribbon.
    • Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a buttered baking dish.
  5. Top & Bake:
    • Drizzle melted butter over the rolls.
    • Top with extra mozzarella and/or Parmesan.
    • Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned.
  6. Serve:
    Let cool slightly to set. Garnish with more basil or a drizzle of olive oil.

Makes ~20 rolls (with normal size zucchini)

Serves 5

Serving = ~4 rolls


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