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Zucchini Roll Ups

Savory and healthy zucchini roll-ups filled with a creamy ricotta and spinach mixture, baked to perfection with gooey mozzarella on top.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roll-Ups
  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil Ensure all ingredients are halal-approved before use.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing the zucchinis.
  2. Using a vegetable peeler or mandolin, slice them lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Sprinkle a little salt on the slices and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
Baking
  1. While the zucchini is resting, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and creamy.
  3. Take one zucchini slice, place about a tablespoon of the ricotta mixture at the end, and roll it up tightly. Secure with a toothpick if necessary. Repeat with the remaining slices.
  4. Spread some marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place the roll-ups seam-side down in the dish, and cover with more marinara sauce. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Zucchini Roll Ups!

Notes

Top Tips: If you're not a fan of spinach, try using other leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard. Substitute ricotta with cottage cheese if desired. Let zucchini sit after salting to eliminate excess moisture. Aim for uniform, thin slices.