Savory Zucchini Rollatini: A Family-Favorite Comfort Dish

A delightful Zucchini Rollatini recipe featuring layers of zucchini and cheesy filling, making it comforting yet light.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Baking

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Zucchini Layers

3 small/medium zucchini sliced into 28 very thin slices

For the Cheesy Filling

1.5 cups ricotta cheese for a creamy base
0.5 pound Italian sausage ground
0.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
0.5 cups Parmesan cheese grated
1 whole egg to bind the filling

For the Seasoning

0.5 teaspoon salt to heighten the flavors
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper for a subtle kick
2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

baking dish
mixing bowl
knife
cutting board

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Prepare the baking dish by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or olive oil.
Layer the zucchini slices on a clean surface, arranging them slightly overlapping.
Mix the ricotta cheese, Italian sausage, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, fresh basil, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until well combined.
Spread the cheese mixture evenly over each zucchini layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.

Serving

Optional: Garnish with additional fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 21gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 500mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure zucchini slices are thin for even cooking. Overlap slices slightly during layering.

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