If you’re looking for a lighter, veggie-forward comfort meal, these Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini are a great option. Thin zucchini slices are rolled up with a creamy three-cheese filling, baked in tomato sauce, and finished with melted mozzarella on top. They’re flavorful, simple to make, and work well as a meatless main or side dish.

Ingredients

• 3–4 medium to large zucchinis (enough for ~30 thin slices)
• 1½ cups tomato sauce
• ⅔ cup ricotta cheese
• ½ cup parmesan cheese (divided)
• ⅔ cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Steps

1. Prepare the zucchini Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into thin strips (about 1/8 inch thick). Lightly salt them and let rest for 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
2. Make the filling In a bowl, mix ricotta, ¼ cup parmesan, basil, oregano, garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Prepare the baking dish Spread about ½ cup tomato sauce evenly on the bottom of a baking or casserole dish.
4. Assemble the rollatini Overlap two zucchini slices to form a wider strip. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the ricotta mixture on top, then roll up and place seam-side down in the dish. Repeat with remaining zucchini and filling.
5. Top and bake Spoon a little tomato sauce over each rollatini, then top with mozzarella and remaining parmesan. Bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.

Enjoy!