These cheesy zucchini roll ups are a light, flavorful twist on classic lasagna—no noodles required. Thinly sliced zucchini is filled with a creamy, herbed cheese mixture, rolled tight and baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect as a low-carb main or a veggie-packed side, they’re a delicious way to use up summer zucchini and satisfy your Italian food cravings without the heaviness.
Zucchini Roll Ups
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 148 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. oregano
- Black pepper to taste
- 7-8 oz. ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 medium zucchini’s cut into long vertical strips Avocado oil spray
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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In medium bowl, stir together extra virgin olive oil, oregano and pepper.
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Add ricotta cheese and mix until smooth and creamy.
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Line large rimmed baking sheet with foil and coat with cooking spray.
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Using vegetable peeler, cut zucchini lengthwise into thin strips.
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Place small amount of cheese mixture at one end of zucchini slice.
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Roll tightly, then place roll seam-side down on prepared baking sheet, so top of roll faces up.
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Repeat with remaining zucchini slices and cheese mixture.
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Lightly spray tops of zucchini rolls with avocado oil spray.
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Drizzle tomato sauce over rolls.
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Bake at 400 degrees F for 6–10 minutes, or until bubbling and lightly browned. Rotate pan halfway through baking.
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Top with fresh basil leaves before serving.
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Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Zucchini Roll Ups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 148
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 157mg7%
Potassium 356mg10%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 490IU10%
Vitamin C 16mg19%
Calcium 145mg15%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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