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Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara Delightful!

Delightful Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara, a delicious and healthy dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium zucchinis sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sprinkle the sliced zucchini with salt and let it sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini slices and sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly tender. Remove from heat.
  4. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom. Layer half of the zucchini slices over the sauce.
  6. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the zucchini, then add another layer of marinara sauce. Repeat with the remaining zucchini, ricotta mixture, and top with the remaining marinara sauce.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute part-skim ricotta and mozzarella cheese.
  • You can also add cooked ground turkey or beef between the layers for added protein.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce or mixing in some chopped spinach with the ricotta.

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