Zucchini Rollatini
Indulge in the comforting taste of Zucchini Rollatini, a delightful low-carb dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your table. This warm and cheesy recipe showcases tender zucchini slices rolled around a savory filling of ground Italian sausage, ricotta, and fresh herbs, all baked to perfection in a rich marinara sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this dish is not only delicious but also simple to prepare, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights. With its impressive presentation and satisfying flavor profile, Zucchini Rollatini is sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 small/medium zucchinis
- 1 cup keto marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage (ground)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 whole egg
- Fresh basil and parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Slice zucchinis into thin strips and salt them to draw out moisture; let sit for 20 minutes.
- Bake zucchini slices for 10 minutes; pat dry.
- Brown Italian sausage in a frying pan and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled sausage with ricotta, parmesan, garlic powder, herbs, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Spread filling on each zucchini slice and roll tightly; place seam side down in a greased casserole dish.
- Top with remaining marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rollatini (200g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 851mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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