Description
These Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian dish that’s perfect for a cozy night in. Layers of roasted zucchini, creamy ricotta mixture, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese come together to create a flavorful and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Zucchini:
Ricotta Mixture:
Additional:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare zucchini: Lightly brush zucchini slices with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 10–12 minutes.
- Make ricotta mixture: Mix ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a bowl.
- Assemble layers: Spoon marinara sauce in a baking dish, layer zucchini, ricotta mixture, marinara, and mozzarella. Repeat layers and finish with marinara and mozzarella on top.
- Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with fresh basil if desired, let cool slightly, and serve warm.
Notes
- To make it heartier, layer with sautéed spinach or mushrooms.
- For a lower-fat version, use part-skim ricotta and mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
