🥒 CRISPY ZUCCHINI & EGGPLANT ROLLS w/ HERBED RICOTTA 🌿


Get ready for a dish that's as stunning as it is delicious! Imagine tender, silky roasted veggie ribbons wrapped around a CREAMY, zesty ricotta and Parmesan filling, baked until golden with a irresistible melty cheese pull. This low-carb, gluten-free elegance is ready in just 40 minutes and tastes absolutely gourmet!

✨ VIRAL TEXTURES:

 * Silky roasted veggies

 * Creamy, herb-infused filling

 * Melty cheese pull

 * Golden, bubbly crust

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🍆 Zucchini & Eggplant Ricotta Rolls

⏱️ Time Breakdown:

 * Prep time: 20 minutes (includes veggie salting/draining)

 * Cook time: 20-25 minutes

 * Total time: ~40-45 minutes

 * Servings: 4 (makes 8-10 rolls)

🧾 Ingredients:

🥒 For the Veggie Ribbons:

 * 1 large zucchini (approx. 400g / 14 oz)

 * 1 large eggplant (approx. 400g / 14 oz)

 * 1 tsp fine sea salt (for draining veggies)

 * 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for grilling/roasting)

🌿 For the Herbed Ricotta Filling:

 * 250g (approx. 1 cup) ricotta cheese (full-fat recommended for creaminess)

 * 60g (approx. ½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping

 * 2 cloves garlic, minced

 * ¼ cup fresh basil, finely chopped

 * 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest

 * ½ tsp black pepper, or to taste

 * Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a subtle kick)

🍅 For the Topping & Garnish:

 * 60g (approx. ½ cup) shredded mozzarella cheese (for extra melty top)

 * Optional: 1-2 small vine tomatoes, sliced (as seen in image, for color)

 * Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

🍳 Instructions:

 * Prepare Veggies: Wash zucchini and eggplant. Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice both lengthwise into thin ribbons, about 0.5 cm (¼ inch) thick. Lay slices on paper towels, sprinkle generously with 1 tsp salt, and let sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture. This prevents soggy rolls! Pat dry thoroughly with more paper towels.

 * Grill/Roast Veggies: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 200°C / 400°F (if roasting). Lightly brush both sides of the dried zucchini and eggplant slices with 1 tbsp olive oil. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until tender with nice grill marks, or roast on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes until softened and slightly golden. Set aside to cool slightly.

 * Make Herbed Ricotta Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped fresh basil, lemon zest, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture is creamy.

 * Assemble Rolls: Lay out a cooled zucchini or eggplant ribbon. Spread about 1-2 tablespoons of the ricotta filling evenly over one end of the ribbon. Carefully roll up the ribbon tightly to form a neat cylinder. Repeat with remaining veggie ribbons and filling.

 * Arrange & Bake: Lightly grease a medium-sized oven-safe baking dish with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Arrange the assembled rolls snugly in the dish, seam-side down. If using, place a tomato slice on top of some rolls for extra color.

 * Cheese Crust: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and extra grated Parmesan generously over the top of all the rolls.

 * Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese topping is golden brown and bubbly, and the rolls are heated through.

 * Serve Hot: Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy this elegant and delicious low-carb delight!

🔍 Approximate Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – approx. 2-3 rolls):

* Calories: ~320-350 kcal

 * Protein: ~20-25g

 * Fat: ~20-25g

 * Carbohydrates: ~10-12g

 * Dietary Fiber: ~4-5g

🛒 Shopping List:

 * [ ] 1 large zucchini

 * [ ] 1 large eggplant

 * [ ] 250g ricotta cheese

 * [ ] 60g grated Parmesan cheese

 * [ ] 60g shredded mozzarella cheese

 * [ ] Fresh basil

 * [ ] 2 cloves garlic

 * [ ] 1 lemon

 * [ ] Extra virgin olive oil

 * [ ] Fine sea salt

 * [ ] Black pepper

 * [ ] Optional: Red pepper flakes

 * [ ] Optional: 1-2 small vine tomatoes


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