Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with non-stick spray.
- Trim the ends off the zucchinis and slice them lengthwise into thin strips using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife. Aim for slices that are about 1/8 inch thick.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh basil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Take each zucchini slice and spread a thin layer of the cheese mixture evenly over the surface.
- Carefully roll up each zucchini slice and place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Once all the zucchini rolls are assembled, lightly coat the tops with non-stick cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the edges are slightly golden brown.
- While the zucchini rolls are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
- Once the zucchini rolls are done, remove them from the oven and serve immediately with the warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Information (per serving, makes 4 servings):
- Calories: 132
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 17mg
- Sodium: 464mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 11g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 11g
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on specific ingredients used.