Delicious Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts: Easy Marinara Recipe
A delicious vegetarian dish featuring layers of zucchini, ricotta, and marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Vegetarian
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchinis into thin rounds.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the zucchini slices at the bottom.
- Spread half of the ricotta cheese over the zucchini.
- Add half of the marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- You can use any marinara sauce you like.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg