Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 People
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Calories
448 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe
Description
Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups feature sliced zucchini strips rolled around a creamy ricotta, Parmesan, and egg filling seasoned with fresh basil and garlic parsley salt. The rolls are arranged side by side in a baking dish spread with pasta sauce, then topped with additional sauce and shredded mozzarella before baking. This preparation softens the zucchini while blending the mild taste of ricotta and mozzarella with herbs and tomato sauce.
The final dish presents a tender texture where the zucchini acts as a vegetable pasta alternative, and the melted cheese forms a golden crust. The layers meld in the oven, balancing freshness with comforting baked cheese and sauce.
These roll ups offer a practical way to enjoy lasagna flavors with reduced carbs or added vegetables. Baking at 350°F ensures the cheese melts and the filling is heated through, creating a cohesive dish suitable for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 3 zucchini
- 16 oz ricotta cheese
- 16 oz mozzarella cheese grated
- 2 egg
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp garlic parsley salt
- 1/4 bunch basil fresh leaves
- 16 oz pasta sauce
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients for the recipe.
- In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, eggs, parmesan, basil, garlic parsley salt, and fresh garlic.
- Slice the zucchini into long strips. Spread half of the sauce on the bottom of the baking pan. Spread the cheese mixture onto the zucchini strips and roll them up into a spiral.
- Assemble the rolls ups in the baking dish side by side.
- Top the rolls off with the rest of the sauce and the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake the rolls ups at 350°F for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden on top.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 448 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 448kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 159mg | 53% |
| Sodium | 2259mg | 94% |
| Potassium | 676mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1533IU | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 674mg | 67% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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